32 34 020 Removing And Installing/Replacing Airbag Unit
WARNING:
Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury by the airbag unit.
- Comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling components with gas generators.
- Do not exert any force on the airbag unit.
- Use only specified tools for releasing the airbag unit.
NOTE:
Improper handling may trigger the airbag and thereby cause serious injury.
IMPORTANT:
STEERING WHEEL must be replaced if airbag unit has been triggered!
Follow PROCEDURE AFTER AIRBAG TRIGGERING .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE
Insert Torx screwdriver T25 (1) into central opening on steering wheel and press upwards in direction of arrow until airbag unit (2) is unlocked.
NOTE:
See Fig 2 for better depiction of unlocking.
NOTE:
Press Torx screwdriver (1) upwards.
In this way, the retaining clip is pressed upwards and the airbag unit unlocked.
WARNING:
Risk of injury!
Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards .
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Disconnect ground cable (2) and remove airbag unit.