Removing and Installing/Replacing Airbag Module on Passenger Side

72 12 000 - Removing and installing / replacing airbag module on passenger side





Warning!
Read and comply with safety regulations [1][2]Safety Regulations for Handling Components with Gas Generators for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Follow instructions for unlocking and locking airbag plug connections Unlocking/Locking Airbag Plug Connections.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.





Warning!
Each time the passenger airbag is triggered, it is necessary to replace its airbag cover.
We cannot guarantee that the retaining straps of the airbag cover will not be damaged when the airbag is triggered.
If a predamaged airbag cover is reused, correct operation of the retaining straps can no longer be guaranteed.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead Instructions for Disconnecting and Connecting Battery from starter battery
- Remove airbag cover 51 45 055 - Removing and installing/replacing airbag cover on passenger side
- Open glovebox and fold back fuse carrier





Unlock plug connection (1) Unlocking/Locking Airbag Plug Connections and disconnect.





Release screws of passenger airbag module (1).
Tightening torque 72 12 09AZ Airbag Modules.
Remove passenger airbag module (1).

Note:
Feed out cable and do not pull on cable when removing passenger airbag module (1).