72 12 060 Removing and installing or replacing left or right head airbag
Special tools required:
WARNING:
Observe SAFETY REGULATIONS when handling airbag modules.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
Switch off the ignition!
Installation note:
- Microencapsulated screws must be replaced and may not be reused
- Screw connection must be completed within 20 minutes (start of curing)
- Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
- Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use
Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove headlining. See REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING HEADLINING (VERSION WITHOUT PANORAMA GLASS ROOF) or REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING HEADLINING (VERSION WITH PANORAMA GLASS ROOF) .
- Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY LEAD
To detach the clamps, use special tool 2 230 142 .
Unlock and remove clamps (1).
Unlock and remove clamps (1).
Release screw (2) for end fitting.
Tightening torque 72 12 08AZ .
Lever out clip in marked area (3).
Installation note:
Replace microencapsulated screws.
Replace clip.
Unfasten PLUG CONNECTION (2) and disconnect.
Release bolts (1) and remove holder with gas generator (3).
Tightening torque 72 12 08AZ .
Installation note:
Replace microencapsulated screws.
Gas generator is coded against incorrect assembly.
Installation note:
Make sure holders (1) are fitted correctly.
Retaining lugs must be correctly located in openings of the folding pack.
IMPORTANT:
Make sure that folding pack cannot be installed twisted.
Folding pack must not be damaged. Clamps of folding pack must not be damaged.
Folding pack must not be damaged. Clamps of folding pack must not be damaged.