65 77 016 Removing and installing airbag control unit: Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5 and 2002 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Note airbag safety instructions!
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
Disconnect battery negative lead and cover, refer to 12 00... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .
Check system after installation.

Vehicle with rear compartment fan:

Remove complete rear compartment fan, refer to 64 11 772 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TOTAL REAR COMPARTMENT FAN .

Release screws (1) and remove cover (2).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Rear Compartment Fan

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release nuts (2) and lift off airbag control unit (3).

Fig 2: Removing Airbag Control Unit

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Installation:

Ensure grounding cable (4) is correctly laid.

Tightening torque, refer to 65 77 1AZ in AUDIO, NAVIGATION AND ANTI-THEFT - TIGHTENING .

Vehicle without rear compartment fan:

Remove fresh air grill in footwell, refer to 64 22 190 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRESH AIR GRILL .

Unclip carpet on left and right.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release nuts (2) with special tool 11 4 190.

Fig 3: Removing Airbag Control Unit

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Raise airbag control unit (3) slightly and pull out.

Installation:

Ensure grounding cable is correctly laid.

Tightening torque, refer to 65 77 1AZ in AUDIO, NAVIGATION AND ANTI-THEFT - TIGHTENING .