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72 12 000 Removing and installing / replacing airbag module on passenger side

WARNING: Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnic belt tensioners, see 72 Safety precautions and general information 
Follow instructions for unlocking and locking airbag plug connections, see 72 12 ... Unlocking/locking airbag plug connections .
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
WARNING: Each time the passenger airbag is triggered, it is necessary to replace its airbag cover.
We cannot guarantee that the retaining straps of the airbag cover will not be damaged when the airbag is triggered.
If a damaged airbag cover is reused, correct operation of the retaining straps can no longer be guaranteed.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect, see 72 12 ... Unlocking/locking airbag plug connections .

Fig 1: Plug Connection
G04786599Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws of passenger airbag module (1).

Tightening torque: 72 12 9AZ, see 72 12 AIRBAG MODULES .

Remove passenger airbag module (1).

NOTE: Feed out cable and do not pull on cable when removing passenger airbag module (1).
Fig 2: Passenger Airbag Module
G04786600Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.