Removing and installing airbag unit on driver side (multifunction), vehicles manufactured as of 2010 — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Caddy III (2K, 2004–2015); platform code 2C0

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• Insert airbag connector (2) into plug-in connector. The airbag connector must audibly engage.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Observe the general safety regulations when working on airbag, belt tensioner and battery isolator units (pyrotechnic components) — Switch ignition on.
2. Disconnect vehicle battery Electrical system27Disconnecting and reconnecting battery.
3. Move steering wheel to lowest position.
4. Extend steering wheel as far as possible into passenger compartment.
5. Turn steering wheel to position in illustration.

6. Insert a screwdriver into hole in back of steering wheel to stop (approx. 8 mm).
7. Turn screwdriver in direction of drivers door (arrow). This action releases airbag unit fastener on right side of steering wheel.
8. Turn steering wheel 180° and release airbag unit fastener on left side of steering wheel as described.
9. Turn steering wheel back through 90° to middle position.
10. Remove airbag unit from steering wheel.
11. ⚠ Electrostatic discharges may result in unintentional triggering of airbag. Therefore, the mechanic must electrostatically discharge him/herself before disconnecting the igniter and earth wires. This can be done by briefly touching the body or striker plate of the door. — Release connector locking device and pull off airbag connector. (2).
12. Operate connector locking device and pull connector (1) off.
13. Insert airbag connector (2) into plug-in connector. The airbag connector must audibly engage.
14. Insert connector (1) into plug-in connector.
15. Press airbag unit into steering wheel.
16. Check if airbag unit is engaged on left and right sides in steering wheel.
17. Connect battery Electrical system27Disconnecting and connecting battery.
18. ⚠ Battery must be connected with ignition switched on. If pyrotechnic components (e.g. airbag, seat belt tensioners) are repaired incorrectly, undesired triggering may occur after the battery is connected. Ensure that nobody is in vehicle when connecting battery. — Finally, read and clear event memory of airbag control unit since faults may be stored as a result of disconnecting electrical connectors .

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