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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! [1][2]72 00 ... Safety Regulations For Handling Components With Gas Generators
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Important!
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection 61 35 ... Notes on ESD Protection (Electro Static Discharge)).

Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead 61 20 900 Disconnecting and Connecting Battery Negative Lead and cover.
- Remove complete centre console 51 16 165 Removing and Installing Complete Centre Console.

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.
Unscrew nuts (2).
Tightening torque 65 77 1AZ 65 77 Airbag Triggering Control.
Remove airbag control unit (3).

Replacement:
Carry out vehicle programming/coding Programming and Relearning.