Removing and Installing/Replacing Switch for Passenger Airbag Deactivation

61 31 038 - Removing and installing/replacing switch for passenger airbag deactivation





Warning!
Read and comply with safety regulations [1][2]Safety Regulations for Handling Components with Gas Generators for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt pretensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead Disconnecting and Connecting Battery Negative Lead
- Open glovebox lid





Unclip switch receptacle for passenger airbag deactivation (1) in rear area by pressing in direction of arrow out of glovebox housing (2).
Feed switch receptacle for passenger airbag deactivation (1) in front area in direction of arrow out of glovebox housing (2).

Installation Note:
Make sure switch receptacle for passenger airbag deactivation (1) is correctly engaged on glovebox housing (2).





Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unlock catches (2) and feed switch for passenger airbag deactivation (4) in direction of arrow out of switch receptacle for passenger airbag deactivation (5).

Installation Note:
Guides (3) and retaining lugs (6) must not be damaged or missing.
Make sure switch for passenger airbag deactivation (4) is correctly seated in switch receptacle for passenger airbag deactivation (5).





Replacement:
Remove lock cylinder for passenger airbag deactivation Removing and Installing/Replacing Lock Cylinder for Passenger Airbag Deactivation.