VAS 5056B test box

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It is possible to check the individual components of the airbag system with test box VAS 5056B and to check which components are actually malfunctioning.

NOTE:

Observe safety measures when working on airbag.

Refer to 69 - PASSENGER PROTECTION - AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS ; Airbag; Safety measures when working on airbag

Connecting test box to driver's airbag components

Driver's airbag and steering column switch lower trim removed.

Fig 1: Connecting VAS 5056/3

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Connect igniter connector to inert igniter -1- and separate wiring harness to coil connector with slip ring. Connect connector -3- from VAS 5056/3 with airbag wiring harness.

1 - Igniter connector on inert igniter

2 - Key

3 - Coil connector with slip ring connector

Connecting test box to passenger airbag components

Fig 2: Identifying VAS 5056 Components

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Remove glove compartment

Refer to 68 - INTERIOR EQUIPMENT ; Compartments, covers and trims; removing glove compartment

Disconnect wiring harness to airbag unit and connect yellow 2-pin connector of VAS 5056/3 with the wiring harness/passenger-side airbag.

1 - Switch

2 - Connector for wiring harness/passenger-side airbag

3 - Glove compartment

4 - Connector (without meaning)

5 - Connector (without meaning)