Removing and Installing/Replacing Airbag Unit

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Warning!
Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury by the airbag unit.
- Comply with safety regulations [1][2]Safety Regulations for Handling Components with Gas Generators for handling components with gas generators.
- Do not exert any force on the airbag unit.
- Use only specified tools for releasing the airbag unit.
Note: Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the airbag unit and thereby cause serious injury.





Important!
Steering wheel must be replaced if airbag unit has been triggered!
Follow procedure after airbag triggering 72 12 ... Procedure After Airbag Triggering As Result of an Accident.

Note:
To avoid airbag rattling on standard steering wheels, it is essential to replace the retaining plate together with the airbag unit.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead Disconnecting and Connecting Battery Negative Lead





Insert T25/T27 Torx screwdriver (1) from below into hole (2) until a springy resistance can be felt through annular spring (3) of airbag unit.
Continue to press in T25/T27 Torx screwdriver (1) until airbag unit is released.

Installation Note:
Make sure connecting lines are correctly positioned.
Snap airbag unit with uniform pressing force plane-parallel in direction of steering column shaft into steering wheel.





Warning!
Risk of injury!
Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards.





Build date up to 03/07:
Disconnect plug connection (1) and remove airbag unit.





Build date after 03/07:
Disconnect plug connection (1) and remove airbag unit (2).