REMOVAL/REFITTING ('98 versions)

– Open the glovebox

1. Slacken the two screws fastening the Air Bag device.
2. Remove the Air Bag device, after disconnecting the electrical connection

DO NOT CONNECT THE BATTERY IF THE ASSEMBLY HAS NOT BEEN COMPLETED CORRECTLY.

NOTE: After the intervention, check system efficiency by means of a TESTER or other diagnostic tool.

REMOVAL/REFITTING ('98 versions)

• Before operating on this system, scrupulously attain to the SAFETY RULES illustrated in "Assembly 55 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS ", section "Airbag and Pretensioners ". In particular, disconnect both battery terminals, insulate them accurately and wait for 10 minutes before starting the operations.
• If a system test with ALFA ROMEO TESTER is required, disconnect the Airbag unit and replace it a specific simulation resistance (see "Assembly 55 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS").

1. Open the glove compartment and disconnect the retainer laces.
2. Loosen the airbag fastening screws.
3. Extract the airbag slightly.

1. Disconnect the airbag electrical connection.

DO NOT CONNECT THE BATTERY UNTIL ASSEMBLY IS COMPLETED CORRECTLY.

NOTE: After the intervention, check operation with the TESTER or other diagnostic tool.

Refit the airbag by reversing the removal sequence.