Removing and installing airbag unit on driver side (Jetta 2010 ►, Golf estate 2010 ►) — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf V / Jetta (1K, 2003–2009); platform code AJ5

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• When a multifunction steering wheel is not fitted, once fasteners have been operated pull upper edge of airbag out of steering wheel.
• Insert airbag connector (2) into connector coupling. 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) Observe the special instructions for driver and front passenger airbags . — Disconnect vehicle battery Electrical system27Disconnecting and reconnecting battery.
2. Move steering wheel to lowest position.
3. Extend steering wheel as far as possible into passenger compartment.
4. Turn steering wheel to position in illustration.
5. Insert a screwdriver into hole in back of steering wheel to stop (approx. 8 mm).

6. Turn screwdriver towards driver's door (arrow). This releases airbag unit fastener on right side of steering wheel. [Note: When a multifunction steering wheel is not fitted, once fasteners have been operated pull upper edge of airbag out of steering wheel.]
7. Turn steering wheel 180° and release airbag unit fastener on left side of steering wheel as described. [Note: When a multifunction steering wheel is not fitted, once fasteners have been operated pull upper edge of airbag out of steering wheel.]
8. Turn steering wheel back through 90° to middle position.
9. Remove airbag unit from steering wheel.
10. ⚠ 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).
11. Operate connector locking device and pull connector (1) off. This procedure is only necessary on multifunction steering wheels.
12. Insert airbag connector (2) into connector coupling. The airbag connector must audibly engage.
13. Insert connector (1) into connector coupling. This procedure is only necessary on multifunction steering wheels.
14. Press airbag unit into steering wheel.
15. Check that airbag unit is engaged on left and right sides in steering wheel.
16. Switch ignition on.
17. ⚠ Ensure that nobody is in vehicle. — Reconnect vehicle battery Electrical system27Disconnecting and reconnecting battery.

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