3 Series E46 330Ci (M54) COUPE
Installation:
If a new airbag unit (see table below) is installed, the grounding
spring (1) still fitted must be removed from the steering wheel
base plate!
Detach spring (1) from screw.
Grounding screw (1) can be safely omitted from new airbag
units!
Launch dates of new airbag units:
E46:
01/2002
E53:
02/2003
E39:
03/2002
Insert a screwdriver through opening on rear side of steering
wheel and press down on lock. If a springy resistance can be felt,
press down lock as far as it will go and pull airbag unit (1) away
from steering wheel.
Repeat procedure on opposite side.
For purposes of clarity, the procedure is shown in the next picture
with the airbag unit already removed.
Using screwdriver (2), press down on lock (1).
Installation:
Make sure electrical leads are correctly positioned.
Insert airbag unit with hooks into locks and press into steering
wheel.
RA Removing and installing/replacing airbag unit (plugged airbag unit)
BMW AG - TIS
15.02.2013 08:37
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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