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32 34 030 Removing and installing / replacing airbag unit (sport steering wheel)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
WARNING: Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury by the airbag unit.
NOTE: Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the airbag unit and thereby cause serious injury.
IMPORTANT: Steering Wheel  must be replaced if airbag unit has been triggered!

Follow Procedure After Airbag Triggering.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Insert Torx screwdriver (T25) at an angle into concealed opening on reverse side of steering wheel until a spring resistance is felt (approx. 1.5 cm).

Increase pressure on spring leg (concealed) using Torx screwdriver (T25) until airbag unit is unlocked.

Repeat procedure on other side.

Installation: 

Make sure electrical leads are correctly positioned.

Snap airbag unit with uniform pressing force plane-parallel in direction of steering column shaft into steering wheel.

Fig 1: Identifying Angle To Insert Torx Screwdriver Into Steering Wheel
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WARNING: Danger of injury!

Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards  .

Tilt airbag unit forwards.

Disconnect plug connections and remove airbag unit.

Installation: 

Connect plugs to connections of same color on airbag unit.

Fig 2: Identifying Airbag Unit Plug Connection
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