Removing-refitting air bag module side

REMOVING-REFITTING AIR BAG MODULE SIDE

Operations on Air Bag components should be carried out by suitably trained personnel SCRUPULOUSLY following the safety measures listed below.

• During removal or replacement operations, polythene gloves and protective goggles must be worn.
• Before removing the Air Bag, disconnect the battery terminals, insulate them and wait for 10 minutes.
• Do not use naked flames in the vicinity of Air Bags or system components.
• Damaged or defective individual components should not be repaired or tampered with, but replaced in their entirety.
• For further clarifications on the safety instructions, see "Safety Measures" at the beginning of this chapter.

• Remove the front seat (see specific procedure).

1. Undo the fixing bolts and remove the hinge trim, releasing it from the fastening springs.

1. Remove the two side profiles for the backrest rear cloth.

1. Release the three upholstery flexible bands.
2. Release the three right and left upholstery rods.

1. Undo the fixing bolts and remove the hinge trim complete with knob, releasing it from the fastening springs.