72 12 060 Removing and installing or replacing left or right head airbag
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IMPORTANT:
Operations on pyrotechnical devices may only be carried out by authorized experts.
Improper, unauthorized operations may result in serious dangers.
Unauthorized persons are strictly prohibited from performing any operations on this system .
Improper, unauthorized operations may result in serious dangers.
Unauthorized persons are strictly prohibited from performing any operations on this system .
WARNING:
Read and comply with SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
A damaged head airbag must be replaced.
A damaged head airbag exhibits an impaired protective function and in extreme cases loses its protective function altogether.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
A damaged head airbag must be replaced.
A damaged head airbag exhibits an impaired protective function and in extreme cases loses its protective function altogether.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE
- Remove HEADLINING
- Follow NOTES for unlocking and locking airbag connector connection
Installation overview, retaining elements, head airbag:
IMPORTANT:
Do not damage during removal!
- Head airbag
- Windscreen
- Retaining clips
- Trim panels
Release screw (1) on A-pillar.
Tightening torque 72 12 02AZ .
Installation note:
End fitting is coded against incorrect assembly.
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 72 12 02AZ .
Press retaining clips (1) together and remove.
UNLOCK AND DISCONNECT connector (1) for gas generator.
Unfasten screws (2).
Tightening torque 72 12 02AZ .
Remove gas generator.
Installation note:
Gas generator is coded against incorrect assembly.