Installing the airbag unit (sports steering wheel)
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
After replacing the airbag unit (M Sport steering wheel) or possibly converting the standard steering wheel and airbag unit on the M Sport steering wheel, a software update or a programming/coding via ISTA must be performed.
After replacing the airbag unit (M Sport steering wheel) or possibly converting the standard steering wheel and airbag unit on the M Sport steering wheel, a software update or a programming/coding via ISTA must be performed.
- Connect connectors (1) and lock.
- Press the airbag unit (1) with even pressure in the direction of the arrow into the steering wheel.
The airbag unit (1) must engage audibly and perceptibly.
Follow-up work
- Refer to CONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
- Refer to ACTIVATING THE 48 V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .