Removing and Installing/Replacing Left or Right AFPS1 Head Airbag (Version Without Glass Tilt Sunroof)

72 12 040 - Removing and installing/replacing left or right AFPS1 head airbag (version without glass tilt sunroof)





Warning!
Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Incorrect handling can activate head airbag and cause injury.
The AHPS head airbag must be replaced if it is damaged during removal or installation.
A damaged AHPS head airbag exhibits an impaired protective function and in extreme cases loses its protective function altogether.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead Instructions for Disconnecting and Connecting Battery
- Follow instructions Unlocking/Locking Airbag Plug Connections for unlocking and locking airbag plug connections
- Remove roofliner 51 44 005 - Removing and installing/replacing roofliner (version without glass tilt sunroof)





Release all screws (1) on holder (2).

Tightening torque 72 12 03AZ Airbag Modules.





Release rear screw.
Tightening torque 72 12 04AZ Airbag Modules.
Remove rear AHPS1.





Release front screws (1 and 2).
Tightening torques:






Carefully feed gas generator out of guides towards rear, unlocking and disconnecting plug (3) in the process.
Remove gas generator completely.





Note:
View of retaining screw with anchor fitting of AHPS1 head airbag:
1 - Anchor fitting, AHPS1 head airbag
2 - Lock washer
3 - Retaining screw