A8L Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (AKB) (2002)
Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision: Service and Repair
Safety Components Following an Accident, Replacing
Safety Components Following An Accident, Replacing
Accident with airbag deployment
Must always be replaced:
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All deployed airbags with control module.
In addition for passenger airbag deployment:
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Lid and bracket frame for airbag (deformed bracket frame should not be reformed), possibly instrument cluster with damage.
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Sensor for transverse installation if floor pan deformed in area of sensor.
In addition for driver airbag deployment:
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Return ring with spiral spring.
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Sensor for transverse acceleration, if floor pan is deformed in area of sensor.
In addition for side airbag deployment:
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Sensor for cross acceleration on deployed side.
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Seatback cushion.
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Seatback cover.
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Sensor not deployed for transverse acceleration if floor pan deformed in area of sensor.
Additional:
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All seat belts with deployed belt tensioner
Deployed belt tensioner can be recognized by Airbag V and 7 with On Board Diagnostic (OBD).
A - for deployed airbag control module:
Belt tensioner, front:
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Read measuring value block display group 001:
Released belt tensioner recognized on display "0111" or "too large"
Rear belt tensioner:
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Read measuring value block display group 2:
Released belt tensioner recognized on display "0111" or "too large"
B - with replaced Airbag-control module:
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Check DTC memory:
Released belt tensioner recognized with malfunction notification "Igniter for belt tensioner - resistance too great"
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As required (visual check), the following may also need to be replaced: all damaged components.
Accident without airbag deployment
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If the Airbag Warning Lamp -K75- does not indicate a malfunction, it is not necessary to replace the airbag/belt-tensioner components.
After replacing the airbag units or the control unit, affix stickers (only tear-off strips) to the registration card and return the registration card to the
relevant Sales Center or to the Importer for registration.