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Removing triggering unit for airbag

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WARNING: Danger of injury and damage to property as a result of incorrect handling of airbag units!

Please observe the following points:

  • The airbag triggering unit must not be removed with the plug plugged in!
  • Waiting time following ignition off (battery disconnection) and detachment of the plug connection during work on the airbag system: at least 1 minute!

The ignition unit is located above the centre console.

  1. Remove ignition key.
  2. Disconnect the battery and cover terminal or battery.
  3. Unclip front cover of the centre console on the left and right.

    4. Fold up the safety bracket from the driver's side.

  4. Disconnect the plug connection from the ignition unit.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection From Ignition Unit
    G03055973Courtesy of PORSCHE OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  5. Undo the shear-off nut with a socket wrench insert 9259.
    Fig 2: Identifying Socket Wrench Insert 9259
    G03055974Courtesy of PORSCHE OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  6. From the passenger's side, undo the shear-off nuts and M6 hexagon nut and remove the ignition unit.
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