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 nut (1) and disconnect earthing cable (2).

Unscrew nuts (3).

Tightening torque 65 77 1AZ .

Raise center console bracket (4) in direction of arrow and carefully feed out airbag control unit.

Fig 1: Removing Airbag Control Unit

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Disconnect plug connections (1) and remove airbag control unit (2).

Installation:

Make sure cables are correctly laid.

Fig 2: Identifying Airbag Control Unit And Plug Connections

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