Installing Side Airbag

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If a new component (e.g. sensor, airbag control unit, airbag unit) of the airbag system has to be installed, the new component will be supplied with a barcode sticker (tear-off label).

Fig 1: Identifying Airbag Sensor Tear-Off Label

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• Tear off the tear-off label -2- on the new component -1- and stick it in the Warranty and Maintenance booklet under the heading Proof of airbag system check/component replacement. 
  Fig 2: Identifying Tear-Off Label

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• The replacement date and current mileage must be documented and the booklet must be stamped with the Centre's stamp. 

1. Swivel in side airbag -arrow A-  , ensuring that both the holding straps -arrows-  engage in the guides.
   Fig 3: Installing Side Airbag

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2. Screw down side airbag at the inside -arrow 2-  and outside -arrow 1-  . → Tightening torque: 4.5 Nm (3.5 ft lbs.) 
   Fig 4: Installing Side Airbag

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3. Fold down backrest cushion underneath the side airbag -arrow A-  .
   Fig 5: Fastening Backrest Cover

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4. Pull backrest cover towards the rear and press cushion down. Then attach the backrest cover to the backrest frame -arrow B-  .
   Fig 6: Fastening Backrest Cover

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5. Guide side airbag wiring harness through the backrest frame. Make sure that the two connectors are not damaged when you do this.

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   • Ensure that the tie-wrap is installed correctly as it can impact on the backrest frame and hinder installation of the protective cover. 
6. Fit protective cover on wiring harness and fasten it with a commercially available tie-wrap -arrow A-  . Push protective cover upwards -arrow B-  and install.
   Fig 7: Installing Protective Cover

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