72 12 050 Remove and Install Side Airbag

72 12 050 Removing and installing side airbag (front seat)







IMPORTANT:
Operations on pyrotechnical devices may only be carried out by authorised experts.
Improper, unauthorised operations may result in serious dangers.
Unauthorised persons are strictly prohibited from performing any operations on this system.







WARNING:
Observe safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seat belt tensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
A damaged airbag must be replaced because its protective function is compromised and, in an extreme situation, it can no longer execute its protective function.







Installation note:
- Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be reused
- Screw connection must be completed within 20 minutes (start of hardening)
- Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
- Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect negative battery cable
- Remove backrest cover on the outside of the front seat







Release screws (1).
Remove airbag module (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation note:
Replace screws.
Tightening torques 72 12 06AZ.
Airbag module is coded against incorrect assembly.







Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.