72 12 000 Removing and installing or replacing airbag module on passenger side

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:

Clamp off BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM .

Unclip airbag lead with holders (1) from instrument panel.

Fig 1: Identifying Airbag Lead Holders

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Installation:

Replace nuts.

Tightening torque 72 12 01AZ .

Remove airbag module from instrument panel.

Fig 2: Identifying Airbag Module Nuts

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