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 And Switch

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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: Locating Groove Fitting Location

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Replacement:

Remove LOCK CYLINDER FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION .