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Removing and installing key-operated switch for deactivating the front passenger side airbag
Removing and installing key-operated switch for deactivating the front passenger side airbag
The key-operated switch for deactivating the front passenger side airbag -E224- is located in the cover on the side of the dash panel on the front passenger side.
  WARNING
t  Danger of the airbag being triggered!
t  Improper handling of the airbag unit may cause the airbag to be triggered.
t  Safety precautions when working on airbag.
  Note
When removing and installing components that are in view (switches, covers, trim and so on), mask off areas in which tools (removal wedge -VAS 3409-, screwdriver) are used to lever out those components using commercially available masking tape.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
   
t  Removal wedge -VAS 3409-
Removing:
–  Switch off ignition and all electrical loads, and pull out ignition key.
–  Remove cover on side of dash panel on front passenger side → General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.68.
  W00-0016
–  Release connector -1- and pull off.
–  Press catches -arrows- on both sides and push the key-operated switch for deactivating the front passenger side airbag -E224--2- through the dash panel cover.
Installing:
Installation is carried out in reverse order of removal.
  N96-11008

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