A3 Quattro V6-3.2L (BUB) (2008)
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CAUTION!
Set the airbag down so the padding faces upward.
Installing
CAUTION!
‹› Follow the safety precautions for pyrotechnic components.
‹› Before handling pyrotechnic components (e.g. connecting the electrical connector), the person handling it must "discharge static
electricity ". This can be done by touching door striker, for example.
Installation is reverse of removal, but note the following:
‹› Ensure that electrical connections are pushed in as far as stop and engage with a click.
‹› Ensure wires are not pinched.
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Connection spiral spring connector with airbag unit coupling on coil connector with slip ring.
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Position airbag unit - 3 - in steering wheel.
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Turn steering wheel out of center position about 80° right.
‹› Airbag unit securing screw must be opposite cut-out in steering column trim - 1 -.
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Install right airbag unit securing screw - 2 - about 2 turns.
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Turn steering wheel about 160° left.
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Install left airbag unit securing screw about 2 turns.
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Press horn about 3 times to achieve even gap dimension.
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Do not touch airbag unit anymore.
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Tighten screws.
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Press cover cap into cut-out on steering wheel.
CAUTION!
Ignition must be on when connecting battery. If pyrotechnic components (e.g. airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may
deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.
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Disconnect the battery ground wire with the ignition switched on.
‹› If Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) (K75) indicates a fault after installation, DTC memory must be checked, deleted and checked again.
