Replacing ITS Head Airbag ( With Sliding/Tilting Sunroof)

Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right ITS Head Airbag (Model Fitted With Sliding/Tilting Sunroof)


WARNING:
Observe safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seat belt tensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.


CAUTION:
The ITS head airbag can be damaged by sharp edges when it is triggered.
This limits the functionality of the ITS head airbag or, in extreme cases, results in its failure!
If necessary, replace damaged covers and rectify cause of damage.


Recycling:
An ITS head airbag that has not triggered must be disposed of and replaced after removal because the retaining clips cannot be released without damage.

Remove headliner.
Remove trim panel for instrument panel.
If head airbag is fitted in rear compartment (C-pillar airbag), remove and install/replace head airbag in rear compartment on left or right.
Follow instructions for unlocking airbag plug connections.







Disconnect plug connection (1) on gas generator (2) for ITS head airbag.
Unscrew nuts (3).

Installation Note: Tightening torque, Gas generator of ITS head airbag on body 4 Nm.

Remove gas generator (2) for ITS head airbag.







Release screw (1).

Installation Note: Tightening torque, Bracket of ITS head airbag on body 4 Nm.







Release retaining screw (1) on A-pillar.
Retaining screw remains on anchor fitting.

Installation Note: Tightening torque, ITS head airbag to body (end fitting) 11 Nm.







Do not release retaining screw (1) on rear roof frame.
Retaining screw remains on anchor fitting.

Installation Note Tightening torque, ITS head airbag to body (end fitting) 11 Nm.







Installation summary, anchor fittings:
1 Anchor fitting of ITS head airbag
2 Retaining disk
3 Retaining screw


CAUTION:
The retaining clips cannot be released without damage.
After removal, the ITS head airbag must be disposed of and replaced.







Unclip retaining clips (1) together with ITS head airbag (2) on A-pillar.







Unclip retaining clips (1) together with ITS head airbag (2) on roof frame.







Installation Note:
Ensure clips are correctly positioned on protective panel (1).
Clip in protective panel (1) together with ITS head airbag (2) at front and rear on roof frame (3).