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Removing Ignition Module For Front Lid (Pedestrian Protection)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
WARNING: Improper handling of airbag units 
  • Triggering of airbag unit  .
  • System faults can occur  .
    1. → Switch off ignition and keep transmitter key outside of the transmission range (at least 2 m).
    2. → A voltage supply (e.g. battery charger) must not be connected to the external power supply/jump-lead starting terminals.
    3. → Disconnect the battery and insulate the ground strap so that all contact with a ground carrier is avoided.
    4. → Wait 1 minute after disconnecting the battery.
    5. → Only pull off connector on the triggering unit after the waiting time has elapsed.
    6. → Make sure that no foreign objects are located in front of the airbag unit during installation.
    7. → Replace damaged parts during removal.
    8. → Always position airbag units so that the blow-out opening is facing upwards, e.g. crest on driver's airbag.
    9. → Do not place any objects on the airbag units.
    10. → If removed for an extended period, the airbag units must be stored in a safe place.
    11. → Airbag units must not come into contact with grease, oil, detergents, liquids or similar substances.
    12. → Do not expose airbag units to temperatures of more than 90°C.
    13. → Do not remove the short-circuit spring on the plug contacts.
    14. → Triggering and preparations may only be carried out by skilled staff, supervised by a second responsible person.
    15. → Before disposal, the airbag unit must be rendered harmless by triggering it electrically while observing all precautionary measures, thereby preventing it from being used incorrectly.

Information 

Risk of damage! 

The hook -1-  on the front lid hinge -2- must  be countered using a suitable tool (e.g. 10 mm hexagon socket) -3-  .

If the hook -1-  is moved, pedestrian impact protection will be triggered and the front lid hinge -2- must  be replaced together with the ignition module for the front lid (pedestrian protection).

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Hook

  1. Unscrew fastening nuts -1-  and remove ignition module for front lid (pedestrian protection) -2-  from the lid hinge front.
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    Ignition module for front lid (pedestrian protection)

  2. Unclip clips, then unlock and remove electric plug connection -3-  .
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Electric plug connection