61 31 068 Removing and installing/replacing switch for passenger airbag deactivation
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove right fresh-air grille. Use instructions for removing left fresh-air grille. See 64 22 135 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT FRESH AIR GRILLE .
- Disconnect negative battery lead.
WARNING:
Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Press catches (4) and remove switch for front passenger airbag deactivation (2) in direction of arrow out of instrument panel trim (3).
Installation:
Make sure switch for front passenger airbag deactivation (2) is in correct installation position (plug connection (1) at top).