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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. 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Removal: 

Release cover (1) and fold to the side.

Fig 1: Releasing Cover
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Unscrew nuts (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Nuts
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Unlock and disconnect AIRBAG CONNECTOR .

Feed out side airbag (1) downwards out of cover pocket (2) and set it down.

Fig 3: Cover Pocket And Side Air Bag
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Installation: 

Feed in side airbag (1) upwards into cover pocket (2).

Fig 4: Cover Pocket And Side Air Bag
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Secure nuts (1).

Tightening torque 72 12 3AZ .

Connect AIRBAG CONNECTOR .

Fig 5: Identifying Nuts
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Attach cover (1).

Fig 6: Attaching Cover
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Required follow-up work: 

Install BACKREST COVER