"Up to 10/2004"

Crash Sensor For Front Side Airbag, Removing And Installing (vehicles up to 10.2004)

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required







- Torque wrench V.A.G 1410







- Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System VAS 5051 A

CAUTION: Observe safety precautions for work on airbags.







1 - Crash sensor for front side airbag

- Removal:

NOTE: In the illustration, crash sensor for front side airbag is depicted on the passenger side. The removal and installation on the drivers side is done in the same way.

- Disconnect the battery ground (GND) strap.
- Remove lower B-pillar trim.
- Loosen seatbelt, complete removal is not necessary.
- Remove lower B-pillar foam piece.
- Remove two bolts - 2 - at crash sensor from outside.
- Disengage tab on yellow connector - 3 - and disconnect connector.

- Installing:
- Switch on ignition.

CAUTION: No one should be in vehicle when connecting battery.

- Connect the battery ground (GND) strap.

NOTE:
- Follow safety measures after connecting battery.
- If the Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) K75 shows a malfunction after assembly, DTC memory must be checked with Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051 A , cleared and then rechecked.

2 - Screws, (2x)
- Tightening torque 9 Nm
3 - Connector
4 - B-pillar