Removing airbag unit of the M sports steering wheel

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

Before working on the airbag, disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery.
Airbag unit may only be set down with the cushion (airbag itself) facing upwards.
For additional information see: SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the steering wheel.
Incorrect handling of the tool may damage the steering wheel.

Make sure the position (angle and inclination) of the tool is correct.
When unlocking, do not lever, but press in the Torx screwdriver only towards the center of the steering wheel.

Locate the pre-punched hole (1) on the rear of the steering wheel by feel.
Insert the Torx screwdriverT27 diagonally upwards in the pre-punched hole (1) on the rear of the steering wheel until a springing kind of resistance can be felt.

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NOTE: To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with airbag unit removed.
Press in Torx screw driver T27 (1) straight in the direction of the arrow towards the center of the steering wheel in order to unlock the wire spring (2) or to unlock the airbag unit.

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Press in Torx screwed river T2 7 (1) straight in the direction of the arrow towards the center of the steering wheel and lift up the airbag unit.
Repeat procedure on left side and carefully remove airbag unit (2) in the direction of the arrow.

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Unlock and disconnect the plug connection (1) and remove the airbag unit.

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