Airbag Connector, Replacing: Installing

WARNING:

Observe the safety precautions for pyrotechnical components SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING WITH PYROTECHNIC COMPONENTS .
Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting a connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". For example, this can be done by briefly touching the door striker.

-- Connect the connector -1- to the airbag igniter -arrow A-.

Fig 1: Release Connector Lock Using A Small Screwdriver & Disconnect Harness Connector

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Press in the connector lock -2- -arrow B-. While doing this, the connector is pushed into the airbag igniter and locks into place.

Further installation is performed in reverse order of removal, while noting the following:

NOTE:

Make sure the connectors are pushed in all the way and that they engage audibly.

The correct routing of the wiring harness in the brackets.