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
Unclip left side cover on instrument panel.

Unlock catches (1) and feed out switch for passenger airbag deactivation (2) to front of cover. Installation: Make sure switch for passenger airbag deactivation (2) is correctly seated in cover.

Fig 1: Unlock Catches (1) And Feed Out Switch For Passenger Airbag Deactivation (2) To Front Of Cover

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Installation instructions for replacement only for E63/E64 with production date up to 01/2010: A groove must be filed in the trim at location (1).

Fig 2: A Groove Must Be Filed In The Trim At Location (1)

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