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72 12 060 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left or Right Head Airbag



72 12 060 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Left Or Right Head Airbag







WARNING:
Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
A damaged head airbag must be replaced.
A damaged head airbag exhibits an impaired protective function and in extreme cases loses its protective function altogether.







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Clamp off battery negative lead
- Remove roofliner
- Follow instructions for unlocking and locking airbag plug connection


Installation summary, retaining elements, head airbag:












IMPORTANT:
When removing head airbag, do not damage
- Head airbag
- Windscreen
- Retaining clips
- Trim panels

Do not damage.







Release screw (1).
Tightening torque: 72 12 02AZ.







Release retaining screws (1).
Tightening torque: 72 12 05AZ.
Remove deformation plates (2).







Release screw (1) on A-pillar.
Tightening torque: 72 12 02AZ.







Release screws (1).
Tightening torque: 72 12 02AZ.







Unlock and disconnect plug (1) for gas generator.
Unfasten screws (2).
Tightening torque: 72 12 04AZ.
Remove gas generator.

Installation:
Gas generator is coded against incorrect installation.