32 34 020 Removing and installing/replacing airbag unit
WARNING:
Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury by the airbag unit.
- Comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling components with gas generators.
- Do not exert any force on the airbag unit.
- Use only specified tools for releasing the airbag unit.
NOTE:
Improper handling may trigger the airbag and thereby cause serious injury.
IMPORTANT:
STEERING WHEEL must be replaced if airbag unit has been triggered!
Follow PROCEDURE AFTER AIRBAG TRIGGERING .
Follow PROCEDURE AFTER AIRBAG TRIGGERING .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Insert Torx screwdriver T25 (1) into central opening on steering wheel and press upwards in direction of arrow until airbag unit (2) is unlocked.
NOTE:
See next illustration for better depiction of unlocking.
NOTE:
Press Torx screwdriver (1) upwards.
In this way, the retaining clip is pressed upwards and the airbag unit unlocked.
WARNING:
Risk of injury!
Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards.
Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Disconnect ground cable (2) and remove airbag unit.