61 31 038 Removing and installing (replacing) switch for passenger airbag deactivation

WARNING: Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt pretensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
REMOVE SIDE COVER ON INSTRUMENT PANEL

Unlock catches (1) and feed out switch for passenger airbag deactivation (2) to front of cover.

Installation:

Make sure switch for passenger airbag deactivation (2) is correctly seated in cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Passenger Airbag Deactivation Catches

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Installation instructions for replacement only for E63/E64 with production date up to 01/2010:

A groove must be filed in the trim at location (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch

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Replacement:

Remove LOCK CYLINDER FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION .