Remove knee airbag

WARNING: Airbag unit.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Before performing any work on the airbag, always disconnect the battery ground lead from the battery.
Airbag unit may only be set down with the cushion (airbag itself) facing upwards.
For ADDITIONAL INFORMATION see: 72 00... Safety regulations on handling airbag system components/gas generators

Preliminary work

Deactivate the 48 v ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
Disconnect all battery GROUND LEADS .
Remove the pedal mechanism TRIM PANEL .

Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release the screws (2) left and right.
Remove knee airbag (3) downwards.

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