Removing Head Airbag

→ Switch off ignition and remove ignition key or remote control (hand-held transmitter).

→ A power supply (e.g. battery charger) must not be connected to the external power supply/jump-lead starting terminals.

→ Disconnect the battery and insulate the ground strap so that all contact with a ground carrier is avoided.

→ Wait 1 minute after disconnecting the battery.

→ Only pull off connector on the triggering unit after the waiting time has elapsed.

→ Make sure that no foreign objects are located in front of the airbag unit during installation.

→ Replace damaged parts during removal.

→ Always position airbag units so that the blow-out opening is facing upwards, e.g. crest on driver's airbag.

→ Do not position anything on the airbag units.

→ If removed for an extended period, the airbag units must be stored in a safe place.

→ Airbag units must not come into contact with grease, oil, detergents, liquids, or similar substances.

→ Do not expose airbag units to temperatures above 90°.

→ Do not remove the short-circuit spring on the plug-in contacts.

→ Ignition and preparations may only be carried out by skilled staff, supervised by a second responsible person.

→ Before disposal, the airbag unit must be rendered harmless by electrical ignition performed in accordance with all precautionary measures, thereby preventing it from being used incorrectly.

Information 

• The work steps are described for the left rear door of the vehicle and must be performed in the same way on the other doors. Any different work steps are marked/highlighted. 

1. Release electric plug connection -a-  and pull off connector.
   Fig 1: Disconnecting Electric Plug Connection

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   Information 

   • Make sure not to damage the fixing clips when removing the head airbag. 
2. Unscrew and remove fastening screws -1, 2, 3, 4-  one after the other and unclip twist lock -12-  .
   Fig 2: Identifying Fastening Screws And Locks In A-Pillar Area

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3. Unscrew and remove fastening screws -5, 6, 7, 8-  one after the other.
   Fig 3: Identifying Fastening Screws In B-Pillar Area

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4. Unscrew and remove fastening nuts -9, 10-  one after the other and then the fastening screw -11-  .
   Fig 4: Identifying Fastening Screws And Nuts In C-Pillar Area

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5. Remove head airbag by pulling it to the rear out of the vehicle.