Passat L4-1.8L Turbo (AWM) (2004)
CAUTION: Electrostatic charges may result in involuntary deployment of the airbag. Therefore, the mechanic must be electrostatically
discharged before disconnecting ignition- and Ground (GND) wires. This is done e.g. by briefly grasping the chassis or door striker.
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Disconnect harness connector - 4 -.
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Remove bolts - 2 - and - 3 - (3 Nm).
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Remove all clips for curtain airbag from body.
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Remove head-level airbag from vehicle.
NOTE: All securing bolts - 2 - and - 3 - must be replaced before installing.
Installing
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Installation is the reverse order of removal.
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Switch ignition on.
CAUTION: Make sure no one is in the vehicle.
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Connect vehicle battery.
Drivers Side/Passengers Side Head-Level Airbag (Wagon), Removing and Installing
Drivers Side/passengers Side Head-level Airbag (Wagon), Removing And Installing
NOTE: Removal and installation is described for right side of vehicle. The same instructions apply for removal and installation for the left-hand side.
Removing
CAUTION: Observe safety precautions for working on airbags
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Disconnect vehicle battery.
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Remove upper A-pillars trim.
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Remove upper B-pillars trim, belt end fittings of front seatbelts do not need to be removed while doing so.
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Removing upper C-pillars trim.
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Remove upper D-pillars trim.
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Remove molded headliner with slide/tilt sunroof (Wagon).