65 77 016 Removing and installing airbag control unit

WARNING: Comply with AIRBAG SAFETY REGULATIONS .
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1) on parking brake console holder (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Parking Brake Console Holder

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Raise handbrake console holder (1).

Feed out cover for airbag control unit (2).

Fig 2: Removing Cover For Airbag Control Unit

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Slacken nut (1).

Tightening torque 65 77 1AZ .

Release nut (2) and disconnect grounding cable underneath.

Tightening torque 65 77 1AZ .

Carefully feed out airbag control unit (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Airbag Control Unit And Nuts

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove airbag control unit (2).

Installation note:

Make sure cables are correctly laid.

Fig 4: Identifying Airbag Control Unit Plug Connection

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