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Removing and Installing (Replacing) Airbag Control Unit With Gateway Module




65 77 680 - Removing and installing (replacing) airbag control unit with gateway module





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





Warning!
Note airbag safety instructions! [1][2]Safety Regulations for Handling Components with Gas Generators
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.





Note:
Follow instructions for handling optical fibers 61 00 ... Notes on Handling Optical Fibers.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead Instructions for Disconnecting and Connecting Battery and cover
- Remove trim for instrument panel 51 45 181 Removing and Installing/Replacing Bottom Right Trim For Instrument Panel at bottom right





Unlock catches (1) in direction of arrow.
Pull airbag control unit with gateway module (2) out of equipment carrier (3) slightly.
Unlock plug connections (4) and disconnect.
Remove airbag control unit with gateway module (2).





Replacement:
Carry out programming/coding Programming and Relearning.