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Airbag, driver (333D)

Airbag, driver (333D)

Warning

Read through Safety and handling instructions and Before removing a control module before starting work.


To remove

Warning

The battery's ground cable must be removed before the positive cable. Wait for at least 1 minute after disconnecting the battery before beginning any work on the airbag system. Otherwise the airbag may be deployed unintentionally and this can cause fatal/severe personal injuries.



1. Turn the ignition switch to the position LOCK and let the key remain in the switch.

Note

The steering column lock can be unlocked when carrying out the work.


2. Loosen the steering wheel adjustment and pull the steering wheel as far back as possible.


3. Turn the steering wheel 45° in one direction from the straight on position.

4. Bend away the locking spring using a screwdriver.

5. Turn the steering wheel 45° past the straight on position in the other direction.

6. Bend away the locking spring using a screwdriver.

Important

Exercise the greatest caution when the airbag is removed. There is a significant risk that the connector in the steering shaft control module will be broken.

When cars are equipped with wood steering wheel it is extremely important to remove with care as the material is harder.


Note

Exercise caution with the wiring harness when the airbag is removed from the steering wheel.


7. Carefully pull the airbag away from the steering wheel.


8. Remove the connector from the steering wheel shaft control module and the steering wheel controls, and the ground connection.


To fit


1. Connect the ground cable to the steering wheel.

Connect the wiring harness to the steering wheel control and the steering wheel shaft control module.


2. Fit the airbag in the steering wheel.

3. Connect the battery.

4. Turn ON the ignition switch and check the airbag system and control module using the diagnostic tool as follows:

Connect the diagnostic tool to the data link connector under the dashboard. Delete any diagnostic trouble codes.

Turn the ignition OFF and then ON again. Wait at least 10 seconds with the ignition on. Check whether a diagnostic trouble code is shown:

If a diagnostic trouble code is shown:

Carry out fault diagnosis according to the instructions under respective trouble codes.

If a diagnostic trouble code is not shown:

The assembly was successful. Disconnect the diagnostic tool.

5. Carry out Measures after disconnecting the battery .