61 31 038 Removing and installing/replacing switch for front passenger airbag deactivation

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Special tools required:

00 9 323

WARNING: Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt pretensioners.
Incorrect handling can lead to airbag deployment and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary work

Disconnect BATTERY EARTH CABLE .
Disconnect both negative battery cables at F03.

Carefully lever out side cover (1) with special tool 00 9 323 .

Fig 1: Removing Out Side Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 323)

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release latch mechanisms (4) in direction of arrow.

Feed switch for front passenger airbag deactivation (2) out of side cover (3).

Installation note:

Make sure switch for passenger airbag deactivation (2) is correctly seated in side cover (3).

Fig 2: Releasing Latch Mechanisms

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