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72 12 050 Removing and installing side airbag (front seat)

WARNING: High-voltage system - mortal hazard! 
The following points must be strictly observed prior to starting work: 
DE-ENERGIZE THE HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM
Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON HANDLING HYBRID OR ELECTRIC VEHICLES
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  .
WARNING: Observe SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS  .
Failure to observe correct procedures can deploy the airbag and cause injuries.
A damaged airbag must be replaced because its protective function is compromised and, in an extreme situation, it can no longer execute its protective function.

Preliminary work needed: 

Unlock PLUG CONNECTION  (1) and disconnect.

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Release nuts (1) and carefully remove airbag module.

Tightening torque 72 12 5AZ .

Installation note: 

Airbag module is coded against incorrect assembly.

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