65 77 680 Removing and installing (replacing) airbag control unit with gateway module

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW 550i, 2009 BMW 550i, and 2008 BMW 550i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with NOTES ON PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

WARNING: Note AIRBAG SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS !
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

NOTE: Follow instructions for HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRES .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
Remove TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL at bottom right.

Unlock catches (1) in direction of arrow.

Pull airbag control unit with gateway module (2) out of equipment carrier (3) slightly.

Unlock plug connections (4) and disconnect.

Remove airbag control unit with gateway module (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Gateway Module And Equipment Carrier

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Replacement:

Carry out PROGRAMMING/CODING .