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52 14 392 Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Left Or Right Crash-Active Head Restraint (From 09/08)

WARNING: Observe SAFETY REGULATIONS when handling airbag modules.
Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the crash-active headrest and thereby cause injury.

Switch off the ignition!

Necessary preliminary tasks 

Starting situation: 

Head restraint is in the crash position after being triggered.

A triggered head restraint can be recognized by the padded section which has moved upwards.

Fig 1: Head Restraint In Crash Position
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Unclip PLUG CONNECTION (1) for crash-active headrest from holder.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connection
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Lever out sealing cap (1).

Fig 3: Sealing Cap
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Detach omega clip (1).

Fig 4: Detaching Omega Clip
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Press latch mechanism (1) and lift out head restraint (2).

Fig 5: Pressing Latch Mechanism
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