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72 12 060 Removing and installing or replacing left or right head airbag

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
WARNING: Read and comply with safety regulations  for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt pretensioners.
Incorrect handling may trigger the head airbag or the pyrotechnical seatbelt tensioner and thereby cause injuries.

Switch off ignition!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screws (1) for folding pack holder.

Tightening torque 72 12 6AZ.

Installation: 

Always replace microencapsulated Torx screws.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws For Folding Pack Holder
G05517539Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1) for folding pack holder.

Tightening torque 72 12 5AZ.

Installation: 

Microencapsulated Torx screws.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws For Folding Pack Holder
G05517540Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screws (2) and remove holder with gas generator.

Tightening torque 72 12 5AZ .

Installation: 

Replace Torx screws and insert with Loctite.

Gas generator is coded against incorrect installation.

IMPORTANT: Make sure that folding pack cannot be installed twisted.
Folding pack must not be damaged.
Holders of folding pack must not be damaged.
Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection And Screw
G04797426Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.