Removing Rear Side Airbag

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 2018 Porsche Cayenne, 2017 Porsche Cayenne, 2016 Porsche Cayenne, 2015 Porsche Cayenne, and 2014 Porsche Cayenne. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Incorrect handling of airbag units

Triggering of airbag unit.
System faults can occur.

→ 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

If a new component (e.g. sensor, airbag control unit, airbag unit) of the airbag system has to be installed, the new component will be supplied with a barcode sticker (tear-off label).

Fig 1: Locating Tear-Off Label On Airbag Sensor

Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Tear off the tear-off label -2- on the new component -1- and stick it under the heading Proof Of Airbag System Check/Component Replacement in the Guarantee and Maintenance booklet.

Fig 2: Identifying Tear-Off Label Of Airbag Control Unit
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
The replacement date and current mileage must be documented and the booklet must be stamped with the Center's stamp.

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Side Airbag Installation Position
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unscrew fastening screw -4- on side airbag -2- .
Push the side airbag holder -1- up and remove it from the guide -3- .

Fig 4: Identifying Side Airbag On Backrest Frame
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Loosen the fastenings securing the cover -1- to the bracket -2- at the front and rear.

Fig 5: Identifying Side Airbag Cover
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Disconnect line to side airbag.

Fig 6: Disconnecting Line For Side Airbag
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
1. 4.1. Remove fixing clip -1- .
2. 4.2. Pull line with bracket -2- off the seat frame -A- .

WARNING: Incorrect handling of airbag units

Triggering of airbag unit.
System faults can occur.

→ 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

If a new component (e.g. sensor, airbag control unit, airbag unit) of the airbag system has to be installed, the new component will be supplied with a barcode sticker (tear-off label).

Fig 1: Locating Tear-Off Label On Airbag Sensor

Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Tear off the tear-off label -2- on the new component -1- and stick it under the heading Proof Of Airbag System Check/Component Replacement in the Guarantee and Maintenance booklet.

Fig 2: Identifying Tear-Off Label Of Airbag Control Unit
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
The replacement date and current mileage must be documented and the booklet must be stamped with the Center's stamp.

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Side Airbag Installation Position

Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unscrew fastening screw -4- on side airbag -2- .

Fig 4: Identifying Side Airbag On Backrest Frame
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Push the side airbag holder -1- up and remove it from the guide -3- .
Loosen the fastenings securing the cover -1- to the bracket -2- at the front and rear.

Fig 5: Identifying Cover On Airbag
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Disconnect line to side airbag.

Fig 6: Disconnecting Line For Side Airbag
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
1. 4.1. Remove fixing clip -1- .
2. 4.2. Pull line with bracket -2- off the seat frame -A- .