New Beetle L5-2.5L (BPR) (2007)
Seat Occupant Sensor: Service and Repair
Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA)
Airbag
CAUTION!
‹› Advanced airbags of passenger side in New Beetle sedan or convertible which only partially deployed, can cause severe injuries when
second stage suddenly deploys.
‹› When working with airbag systems and transporting airbag units that have not deployed or have not completely deployed, strictly
follow safety precautions.
‹› Never dispose of advanced passenger side airbag units of New Beetle sedan or convertible in waste or together with other materials to
be scrapped.
Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA)
Removal
‹› All wires disconnected when removing the PODS must be reconnected correctly during installation.
‹› Before beginning work on the PODS, note how all wires are connected and routed.
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Disconnect the battery ground cable.
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Remove the front passenger seat (install the airbag adapter (VAS 5094)).
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Remove bolt on inside of seat - arrow -.
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Remove plastic rivet - 1 - at front part of seat.