Refitting
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- Seicento Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 1998–2010
- Section
- Special accessories › Refitting
NOTE After the intervention, check system operation with specific diagnostic tools.
Refitting
Inspect the removed parts with care. Check there are no faults such as dents, breakages or cracks which could compromise airbag operation.
- Reconnect the airbag electric connection.
- Position the unit on the dashboard and fasten the two fastening screws.
- Refit the two screw cover tabs.
- Reconnect the positive and negative cables to the battery.
5580C26 AIRBAG DEACTIVATION SWITCH (PASSENGER SIDE).
Removal
- Turn the key to OFF to deactivate passenger side airbag.
NOTE In this condition, the ECU lights the specific "Passenger airbag disabled" warning light on the instrument panel.
Always turn the ignition key to STOP, remove it and disconnect and insulate the positive and negative battery cables with care when removing/refitting.
Wait for 10 minutes before proceeding.
- Turn the retainer lever (1a) and disconnect the ECU electric connection (1b).
| Name | Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| 1b | Airbag ECU | M60 |
- Disconnect the passenger side airbag deactivation switch electric connection.
| Name | Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Passenger side airbag deactivation switch | H75 |
- Press the two retainer tabs (2a) and extract the switch (2b) from its seat.
Refitting
- Insert the switch in its seat on the bracket and fasten it with the retainer tabs.
- Reconnect the switch electric connection.
- Reconnect the airbag ECU electric connections.
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