61 31 038 Removing and installing (replacing) switch for passenger airbag deactivation

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WARNING: Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt pretensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Open glovebox lid

Unclip switch receptacle for passenger airbag deactivation (1) in rear area by pressing in direction of arrow out of glovebox housing (2).

Feed switch receptacle for passenger airbag deactivation (1) in front area in direction of arrow out of glovebox housing (2).

Installation:

Make sure switch receptacle for passenger airbag deactivation (1) is correctly engaged on glovebox housing (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Passenger Airbag Deactivation

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock catches (2) and feed switch for passenger airbag deactivation (4) in direction of arrow out of switch receptacle for passenger airbag deactivation (5).

Installation:

Guides (3) and retaining lugs (6) must not be damaged or missing.

Make sure switch for passenger airbag deactivation (4) is correctly seated in switch receptacle for passenger airbag deactivation (5).

Fig 2: Unlocking Catches And Feed Switch For Passenger Airbag Deactivation

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Replacement:

Remove LOCK CYLINDER FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION .