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32 34 030 Removing and installing/replacing airbag unit (sport steering wheel)

WARNING: Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury by the airbag unit.
NOTE: Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the airbag unit and thereby cause serious injury.
IMPORTANT: STEERING WHEEL  must be replaced if airbag unit has been triggered! Follow PROCEDURE AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Insert Torx screwdriver T30 (1) straight into concealed opening on reverse side of steering wheel until a spring resistance is felt (approx. 2 cm).

Increase pressure on spring leg using Torx screwdriver T30 (1) until airbag unit is released.

For purposes of clarity: airbag unit removed!

Fig 1: Identifying Torx Screwdriver T30 Inserting Position
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Installation note: 

Make sure electrical leads are correctly positioned.

Snap airbag unit with uniform pressing force plane-parallel in direction of steering column shaft into steering wheel.

WARNING: Danger of injury!
Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards.

Tilt airbag unit towards rear.

Disconnect plug connections (1) and (2) and remove airbag unit.

Fig 2: Identifying Airbag Unit Plug Connections (Sport Steering Wheel)
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