Golf L4-1896cc 1.9L DSL Turbo (1Z) (1997)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Replacement After an Accident
The following components must always be replaced after an accident involving activation of airbag.
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Driver's side airbag unit
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Passenger's side airbag unit
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Airbag Control Module (J234) with holder
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Airbag Spiral Spring (F138)
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Driver's side seat belt
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Front passenger's side seat belt (if in use at the time of the accident)
In addition, the following must also be replaced if necessary (visual check):
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All damaged components
NOTE: When replacing either airbag unit or the Airbag Control Module (J234), see your Parts Department for the proper registration procedure.
Accident not involving activation of airbag
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If the Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) (K75) does not indicate any malfunction, it is not necessary to replace the airbag components.
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The seat belts should be checked separately.
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After replacing the airbag units or the airbag control module, attach stickers (only tear-off strips) to the registration card and return the card for
registration.
WARNING: The seat belts should be checked separately.
Drivers Side Air Bag
Driver's Side Airbag Unit
1 - Steering wheel
2 - Airbag unit connector
3 - Driver's side airbag unit
4 - Hex nut: Torque 50 Nm (37 ft lb)
5 - Socket-head bolts (2) Always replace: Torque 6.5 Nm (57 in lb)
6 - Lower trim
7 - Foam tube
8 - Harness connector