New Beetle L4-1.8L Turbo (AWP) (2003)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Airbag Units Following an Accident, Replacing
Replacing Airbag Units Following An Accident
Accident involving activation of airbag
Always replace the following:
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All triggered airbag units
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All control modules for triggered airbags
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All sensors for triggered airbags
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All seat belts with triggered belt tensioners
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Support for front passenger airbag unit, if airbag is triggered
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Airbag spiral spring / Return spring with slip ring -F138- for drivers airbag, if unit is triggered
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All airbag wiring harnesses for side airbag in seat, if unit is triggered
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Seat cover and cover clips, if side airbag is triggered
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Visually check and replace: All damaged components
Accident not involving activation of airbag
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If the airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) -K75- does not indicate a malfunction, it is not necessary to replace any airbag components.
WARNING!
The seat belts should be checked separately.
NOTE: When replacing either an airbag unit or the airbag control module, see your Parts Department for the proper registration procedure.