A6 Quattro Sedan V6-3.0L (AVK) (2002)
Air Bag: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Safety Requirements For Airbags
Safety Requirements For Airbags
Safety precautions when working on airbags
WARNING:
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Testing, removing, installing and repair work must only be performed by qualified, trained Service department personnel.
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Always disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap before working on the airbag system.
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No waiting time is necessary after disconnecting the battery.
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When connecting the airbag system to battery positive voltage (B+), there must be no person inside the vehicle.
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A technician must be electrostatically discharged before picking up (touching) an airbag unit. This is accomplished by touching a suitable
metal part, for example, a water pipe, a heating pipe or a metal frame.
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Install a new airbag unit in the vehicle as soon as the unit is removed from the packaging. If the work is interrupted, place the airbag unit
back in its packaging.
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Do not leave an undeployed airbag unit unattended if work is interrupted.
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Always place an airbag unit that has been removed from its packaging with the padded side facing upward.
CAUTION:
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Airbag units which have dropped onto a hard surface or show signs of damage must not be installed in the vehicle.
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Airbag units which have not been activated should be marked and returned to the manufacturer for disposal (use airbag unit transport
container).
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Always replace any airbag system component that has been mechanically damaged (example: dented or cracked).
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The storage and transportation of airbag units must comply with the regulations for explosive substances.
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Only install original seat covers that have been authorized for use with side airbags (recognizable by AIRBAG label).
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Do not install commercially available loose fitting seat covers.
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When installing a backrest cover ensure that the cover seam is straight in the area of the side airbag.
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Replace all seat cover clips.
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Only use original seat cover clips.
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For safety reasons always replace the seat cover if it is damaged in area of the side airbag, e.g. torn, burn holes, etc.
CAUTION:
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Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:
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Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
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Switch the ignition off.
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Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.
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On vehicles equipped with Audi Telematics by OnStar (R), switch-off the emergency (backup) battery for the Telematic/Telephone
Control Module prior to disconnecting vehicle battery.
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After reconnecting vehicle battery, re-code and check operation of anti-theft radio. Also check operation of clock and power windows
according to Repair Manual and/or Owner's Manual.
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After reconnecting vehicle battery on vehicles equipped with Audi Telematics by OnStar (R), switch-on the emergency (backup) battery
for the Telematic/Telephone Control Module.
Always observe the following sequence when replacing an airbag unit:
1
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Remove old airbag unit and lay down with padded side facing up, for side curtain airbag, observe additional safety precautions for side curtain
airbags.
2
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Remove new airbag unit from packaging and set down with padded side facing up, for side curtain airbag, observe additional safety
precautions for side curtain airbags.
3
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Immediately place old airbag unit in packaging
4
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Install new airbag unit in vehicle.
CAUTION:
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Airbag units have a limited service life (a sticker showing the replacement date is attached to the B-pillar). When an airbag unit is
replaced, pull the sticker off the new airbag unit and stick it over the old sticker on the B-pillar. Airbag units and sticker must be
replaced after 14 years.
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If the vehicle does not have a sticker on the B-pillar, an entry must be made in the Service Schedule to record the airbag replacement.
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Airbag units which have not been activated should be marked and returned to the manufacturer for disposal (use airbag unit transport
container).
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Never treat airbag units with grease, cleaning agents or the like. An airbag unit must never be exposed to temperatures in excess of 100
Degree C (212 Degree F) (even for brief periods).