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Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair



65 77 016 Removing And Installing Airbag Control Unit







WARNING:
Comply with airbag safety regulations.
Incorrect handling can lead to airbag deployment and cause injury.







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







Necessary preliminary work:
- Disconnect battery earth lead
- Remove complete centre console







Unscrew nuts (1).
Tightening torque 65 77 1AZ.
Take off earthing cable (2).
Unlock plug connection (3) at airbag control unit (4) and disconnect.







Unscrew nuts (1).
Take off holder (2).







Slacken nut (1).
Tightening torque 65 77 1AZ.
Remove airbag control unit (2).







Replacement:
Carry out vehicle programming and encoding