72 12 015 Removing and installing/replacing airbag module on left or right rear door

WARNING: Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnic belt tensioners, see 72 Safety precautions and general information
Follow instructions for unlocking and locking airbag plug connections, see 72 12 ... Unlocking/locking airbag plug connections
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unscrew nuts (1).

Remove airbag module (2).

Fig 1: Nuts And Airbag Module

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