32 34 030 Removing and installing/replacing airbag unit
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WARNING:
Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury by the airbag unit.
- Comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling components with gas generators.
- Do not exert any force on the airbag unit.
- Use only specified tools for releasing 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 TRIGGERING .
Follow PROCEDURE AFTER AIRBAG TRIGGERING .
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
- If necessary, remove SHIFT PADDLES (TCT/automatic transmission)
Slide T20 Torx screwdriver (1) from below vertically into concealed opening on reverse side of steering wheel up to stop (2).
Press Torx screwdriver in direction of arrow outwards in order to press spring clip (3) inwards and to release airbag unit.
Repeat procedure on other side.
Installation:
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:
Risk of injury!
Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards.
Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards.
Tilt airbag unit forwards.
Disconnect plug connection (1) and remove airbag unit.
Installation:
Connect plugs to connections of same color on airbag unit.