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Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair



65 77 016 Removing And Installing/replacing Airbag Control Unit







WARNING:
Note airbag safety instructions.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.







IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection).







Necessary preliminary work:
- Clamp off battery earth lead
- Remove right glove box with housing







Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 65 77 1AZ.
Press airbag control unit (2) out of rubber mounts (3).
Unlock plug connections (4) and disconnect.
Remove airbag control unit (2).







Installation note:
Make sure guides (1) are correctly seated in rubber mount (2).







Replacement:
Carry out vehicle programming/encoding.