Seat-Belt Pretensioners

→ 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 

Only ignite airbag units that are securely installed and in original condition in the vehicle. Allow airbag units to cool down under observation following ignition.

• Use only the ignition tool intended for this purpose. First remove all loose objects from the expansion area of the airbag. 
• Every ignition circuit for all airbag units and seat-belt pretensioners must be ignited individually. 
• Persons who may be affected must be informed of the resulting noise beforehand. 
• Wear ear protectors. 
• Keep a safe distance by utilising the entire cable length of the ignition tool. Do not connect the voltage source until all other preparations are complete. 
• If ignition fails, wait for approx. 3 minutes before approaching the vehicle. 
• Carry out ignition only in suitable, open areas. 
• Do not allow ignited airbag units to come into contact with the skin. 

Fig 1: Overview Of Adapter Cable 9257/7

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1. E  - Yellow marking on connector - adapter for seat-belt pretensioner
2. F  - Adapter for ignition device

1. For the front seat-belt pretensioners, remove the rear side trim panel → 707519 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR SIDE TRIM PANEL .
2. Disconnect connector on seat-belt pretensioner.
   1. 2.1. Release the lock for the electric connector -1-  on the seat-belt pretensioner and pull off connector -2-  . Plug in connector -E  from the adapter cable 9257/7  (See Fig 1).
      Fig 2: Releasing Connector For Seat-Belt Pretensioner

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   2. 2.2. Release both locks for the electric connectors (USA) -1-  on the seat-belt pretensioner and pull off both connectors -2-  . Plug in connector -E-  from the adapter cable 9257/7  at the lower left ignition connection (See Fig 1).
      Fig 3: Releasing Connectors For Seat-Belt Pretensioners (USA)

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      1. 2.2.1. Ignite 1st stage: Connect lower left adapter cable to the seat-belt pretensioner.
      2. 2.2.2. Ignite 2nd stage: Connect upper right adapter cable to the seat-belt pretensioner.
3. Connect the ignition device 9257  to the 2-pin connector -F-  of the adapter cable 9257/7  (See Fig 1).
4. Place the ignition device in front of the vehicle through the door gap.
5. For the USA version, repeat the step on the upper ignition connection of the seat-belt pretensioner with the connector -E-  .