Installing Driver's Airbag Unit

→ Switch off ignition and remove ignition key or remote control (hand-held transmitter).

→ A power supply (e.g. battery charger) must not be connected to the external power supply/jump-lead starting terminals.

→ Disconnect the battery and insulate the ground strap so that all contact with a ground carrier is avoided.

→ Wait 1 minute after disconnecting the battery.

→ Only pull off connector on the triggering unit after the waiting time has elapsed.

→ Make sure that no foreign objects are located in front of the airbag unit during installation.

→ Replace damaged parts during removal.

→ Always position airbag units so that the blow-out opening is facing upwards, e.g. crest on driver's airbag.

→ Do not position anything on the airbag units.

→ If removed for an extended period, the airbag units must be stored in a safe place.

→ Airbag units must not come into contact with grease, oil, detergents, liquids, or similar substances.

→ Do not expose airbag units to temperatures above 90°.

→ Do not remove the short-circuit spring on the plug-in contacts.

→ Ignition and preparations may only be carried out by skilled staff, supervised by a second responsible person.

→ Before disposal, the airbag unit must be rendered harmless by electrical ignition performed in accordance with all precautionary measures, thereby preventing it from being used incorrectly.

Information 

Before installing the airbag unit, check to see whether the locking clip, the airbag unit mounting and/or the metal stop on the steering wheel are bent. Replace the damaged component if it is deformed. Only fit an airbag unit that has a perfectly functioning locking clip at the correct position. The locking clip must not jam or become hooked.

1. Turn the airbag unit approx. 120-180° clockwise -A-  to make it easier to plug the steering wheel wire harness into the airbag.
   Fig 1: Turning Airbag Unit

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2. Plug in electric plug connections -1, 2-  (-a-  ) and lock them by turning the locking mechanism in direction of arrow -A-  . Check color coding of the plug connections.
   Fig 2: Plugging Electric Plug Connection For Airbag Unit

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3. Position the airbag unit at the correct position and engage it in the steering wheel using both hands and intermittent pressure -arrow-  .
   Fig 3: Installing Driver Airbag Unit

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4. Each time the airbag unit is fitted, it is important to check that it is installed correctly by tapping the steering wheel rim and performing a visual inspection (position of airbag unit on steering wheel).