5 Series E60 535d (M57T2) SAL
32 34 020
Removing and installing/replacing airbag unit
Warning!
Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury by
the airbag unit.
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Comply with safety regulations for handling components
with gas generators.
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Do not exert any force on the airbag unit.
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Use only specified tools for releasing the airbag unit.
Note: Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the airbag
unit and thereby cause serious injury.
Important!
Steering wheel must be replaced if airbag unit has been
triggered!
Follow procedure after airbag triggering.
Note:
To avoid airbag rattling on standard steering wheels, it is essential
to replace the retaining plate together with the airbag unit.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Disconnect battery negative lead
Insert T25/T27 Torx screwdriver (1) from below into hole (2)
until a springy resistance can be felt through annular spring (3) of
airbag unit.
Continue to press in T25/T27 Torx screwdriver (1) until airbag
unit is released.
Installation:
Make sure connecting lines are correctly positioned.
Snap airbag unit with uniform pressing force plane-parallel in
direction of steering column shaft into steering wheel.
RA Removing and installing/replacing airbag unit
BMW AG - TIS
22.02.2013 05:28
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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