32 34 020 Removing and installing / replacing airbag unit

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WARNING: Note airbag safety instructions!
Incorrect handling may result in the airbag unit being triggered and thereby cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect battery negative lead. See 61 20 900 DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .

Insert T25/T27 Torx screwdriver (1) from below into hole (2) until a springy resistance can be felt through annular spring (3) of airbag unit.

Continue to press in T25/T27 Torx screwdriver (1) until airbag unit is released.

Fig 1: Inserting T25/T27 Torx Screwdriver From Below Into Hole

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

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove airbag unit and set down with impact pad facing upwards in luggage compartment.

Installation:

Check installation position of lead, correct if necessary.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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