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51 45 177 Removing And Installing/Replacing Panel For Active Knee Protector On Left

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WARNING: Observe  safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seatbelt tensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Follow  instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery.

Disconnect battery negative lead. . See 12 00 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .

Remove  middle instrument panel trim. See 51 45 ... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM .

Remove  lighting control unit. See 61 31 037 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LIGHTING CONTROL UNIT .

Remove  trim panel for pedal assembly. See 51 45 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY .

Turn plug connection (1) approx. 30° counterclockwise and remove from holder (2).

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection
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Release screws (1).

Installation: 

Tightening torque, 51 45 1AZ.  See BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES -- ALPINA .

Fig 2: Identifying Screw
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Release screws (1).

Installation: 

Tightening torque, 51 45 1AZ.  See BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES -- ALPINA .

Remove panel (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Panel
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CAUTION: Always replace panel for active knee protector on left complete.
Do not carry out any repairs on airbag module.

Installation: 

Slide guide (1) of steering column panel into mounting (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Guide Of Steering Column Panel
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