72 12 000 Removing and installing/replacing airbag module on passenger side
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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.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead . See 61 00 ... BATTERY .
- Follow instructions for unlocking and locking airbag plug connections. See Unlocking/locking airbag plug connections .
- Remove glovebox with housing. See 51 16 366 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RIGHT GLOVEBOX WITH HOUSING (WITHOUT ACTIVE KNEE PROTECTION) .
Version (E60/E61) with front drinks holder:
- Remove front outer cup holder carrier
- Release front inner cup holder carrier
Inner carrier can only be removed together with airbag module.
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect. Remove plug connection from holder (by turning).
IMPORTANT:
Before releasing screws (3), secure airbag module (2) against falling out.
E63/ E64:
Release screws (3) and carefully feed out airbag module (2) towards bottom.
E60:
Release screws (3); if necessary, slide front inner cup holder carrier slightly to one side.
Carefully remove airbag module (2), if necessary with front inner cup holder carrier, towards bottom rear.
Installation:
When inserting airbag module (1) in channel (2), make sure channel rests all round airbag module. If necessary, pull channel apart at sides.
Replace screws.
Tightening torque 72 12 02AZ.