72 12 004 Removing and installing/replacing knee airbag module for driver protection

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

WARNING:

Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.

Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1).

Feed out trim panel for pedal mechanism (2) from marked area (3) and set down towards bottom.

Installation note:

Make sure trim panel is correctly fitted (marked area).

Fig 1: Removing Knee Airbag Module For Driver Protection (1 Of 4)

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Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Removing Knee Airbag Module For Driver Protection (2 Of 4)

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Release screw (1).

Fig 3: Removing Knee Airbag Module For Driver Protection (3 Of 4)

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Release screw (1).

Fig 4: Removing Knee Airbag Module For Driver Protection (4 Of 4)

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IMPORTANT:

Always replace airbag module for driver protection completely!

Do not carry out any repairs on airbag module!