Removing and installing/replacing airbag unit (sports steering wheel) (Cooper)
WARNING:
Observe the following instructions without fail to avoid any risk of injury by the airbag unit.
- Comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS when handling components with gas generators.
- Do not exert any force on the airbag unit.
- Use only specified tools for releasing the airbag unit.
NOTE:
Incorrect handling can lead to airbag deployment and cause serious injury!
IMPORTANT:
STEERING WHEEL must be replaced if airbag unit has been triggered!
Follow PROCEDURE after airbag deployment.
Follow PROCEDURE after airbag deployment.
Preliminary work needed:
- Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE .
Removal:
Insert Torx screwdriver T25 (1) into the 3 openings on the back of the steering wheel and press until the airbag unit has unlocked.
NOTE:
Refer to the next graphic for improved depiction of unlocking.
Depiction of the locking points on the airbag unit.
Disconnect plug connections (1) and (2).
Remove airbag unit (3).
WARNING:
Injury hazard!
The airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag facing up.
The airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag facing up.
Installation:
Connect plug connections (1) and (2).
Position airbag unit (1).
Press on the airbag unit to engage it on the steering wheel.
Check the engagement by pulling on the airbag unit.
Required follow-up work:
- Connect BATTERY GROUND LEAD .