65 77 016 Removing and installing/replacing airbag control unit

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

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION ).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

DISCONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD and cover.
Remove COMPLETE CENTRE CONSOLE .

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque 65 77 1AZ .

Remove airbag control unit (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Airbag Control Unit With Plug Connections And Mounting Nuts

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Replacement:

Carry out vehicle programming/coding.