Necessary preliminary tasks

• Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
• Follow INSTRUCTIONS  for unlocking and locking airbag plug connections
• Remove ROOFLINER

Head airbag installation summary: 

Fig 1: Identifying Head Airbag Components

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Release screw (1) on end fitting.

Tightening torque 72 12 05AZ .

Release screw (2) on folding pack holder.

Tightening torques 72 12 04AZ .

Folding pack holder (3) is screwed to trim for roof pillar at front.

Installation: 

If screws (1...3) slip, coat them with Loctite.

Fig 2: Identifying End Fitting Screw And Folding Pack Holder Screw

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If necessary, lever out clip-mounted holder.

If necessary, slide wiring harness (2) to one side to release screw (1) on folding pack holder.

Tightening torque 72 12 04AZ .

Release screw (3) from folding pack holders.

Tightening torques 72 12 04AZ .

Installation: 

If screws (1) and (3) slip, coat them with Loctite.

If necessary, lever out clip-mounted holder.

Fig 3: Identifying Folding Pack Holders Screw And Wiring Harness

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Unlock PLUG CONNECTION  (4) and disconnect.

Release screws (1) on B-pillar ramp.

Tightening torque 72 1206AZ .

Unscrew bolt (3).

Tightening torque 72 12 03AZ .

Remove gas generator (5) with head airbag.

Fig 4: Identifying Gas Generator, Screws On B-Pillar Ramp And Plug Connection

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