72 12 050 Removing and installing or replacing side airbag, front left or right seat
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WARNING:
Read and comply with SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
A damaged head airbag must be replaced.
A damaged head airbag exhibits an impaired protective function and in extreme cases loses its protective function altogether.
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.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Partially remove BACKREST COVER
Removal:
Release cover (1) and fold to the side.
Unscrew nuts (1).
Unlock and disconnect AIRBAG CONNECTOR .
Feed out side airbag (1) downwards out of cover pocket (2) and set it down.
Installation:
Feed in side airbag (1) upwards into cover pocket (2).
Secure nuts (1).
Tightening torque 72 12 3AZ .
Connect AIRBAG CONNECTOR .
Attach cover (1).
Required follow-up work:
Install BACKREST COVER