65 77 016 Removing and installing/replacing airbag control unit

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

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

Necessary preliminary work:

Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD
Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM, BOTTOM RIGHT

Remove airbag control unit (1) from mounting bracket (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Airbag Control Unit From Mounting Bracket

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Unlock plug connections (1) and (2) and disconnect.

Remove airbag control unit (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Airbag Control Unit And Plug Connections

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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .