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Airbags - general information

It takes 10 seconds for the triggering unit to detect all faults in the system!

To guarantee that every possible fault source is checked during the vehicle test, the ignition must be switched on for at least 10 seconds!

The fault memory must be cleared following a fault in the airbag system and after it has been corrected!

Replacement of a component must be recorded in the Warranty and Maintenance booklet!

To do this, stick or enter the documentation number in a free area intended for this purpose!

The documentation number is attached to the spare part as a tear-off sticker or is stored in > 9900 - PIWIS Tester 3  .

Replaced airbag units or airbag modules must be retained by the Porsche Centre or authorised Porsche dealer and must not be handed over to the customer (customer has no right to keep them). Airbag units and airbag modules must be destroyed, disposed of or returned to the manufacturer in accordance with the explosives ordinance and the hazardous materials ordinance!

When replacing the steering wheel, e.g. in order to install a steering wheel from the Tequipment product range, the airbag unit must be removed and destroyed, disposed of or returned to the manufacturer before handing the replaced steering wheel over to the customer!

The airbag system is constantly monitored by the diagnosis unit in the triggering unit. Any fault is indicated by a warning light. The warning light for the airbag system lights up in the event of a fault. The airbag warning light comes on for approx. 3 seconds after switching on the ignition and goes out if no fault was entered in the fault memory. If it comes on again, this indicates a fault in the system. The fault can be read out using > 9900 - PIWIS Tester 3  .