Removing and installing/replacing switch for front passenger airbag deactivation

WARNING: Observe safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnic belt tensioners.
Failure to observe correct procedures can deploy the airbag and cause injuries.

Preliminary work needed:

Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE .
Remove SIDE COVER on dashboard on right.

Removal:

Unlock both detents on switch for front passenger airbag deactivation (1).

Remove the switch for front passenger airbag deactivation (1) from the cover (2).

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Installation:

Join the switch for front passenger airbag deactivation (1) and the cover (2).

NOTE: Make sure the switch for front passenger airbag deactivation (1) is correctly positioned and has engaged with the detents of the cover (2).

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Required follow-up work:

Install SIDE COVER on dashboard, right.
Connect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE .