65 77 016 Removing and installing/replacing airbag control unit

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WARNING: NOTE AIRBAG SAFETY REGULATIONS!
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with NOTES on protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD protection).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD
Remove TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL MECHANISM

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 65 77 1AZ .

Unlock plug connections (2) and disconnect.

Pull airbag control unit (3) out of holder in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Pulling Airbag Control Unit

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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .