51 45 181 Removing and installing/replacing for lower instrument panel trim (only US incl. knee airbag)
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Special tools required:
WARNING:
READ AND COMPLY WITH
safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
IMPORTANT:
Operations on pyrotechnical devices may only be carried out by authorized experts.
Improper, unauthorized operations may result in serious dangers.
Unauthorized persons are strictly prohibited from performing any operations on this system.
Improper, unauthorized operations may result in serious dangers.
Unauthorized persons are strictly prohibited from performing any operations on this system.
When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD
- Remove FRONT DOOR SILL COVER STRIP
Release nuts (1) on rear side of trim panel (2).
Tightening torque 72 12 10AZ .
Release screws (2) on trim panel (1).
Using special tool 00 9 325 unclamp trim panel (2) in marked area from outside to inside.
UNLOCK AND DISCONNECT airbag plug connection behind.
Installation note:
Replace faulty retaining clips (2).
Replacement
Modify retaining clips (2) on trim panel (1).