Removing and installing driver/front passenger curtain airbag, 4-door, (Golf 2009 ►) — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf V / Jetta (1K, 2003–2009), VW Golf VI (5K, 2008–2013)

• Timing position: the crankshaft or camshaft is set and locked during this job
• Special tools named: locking pin

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• The clips are concealed by tabs. Before removing the clips, fold up the tabs.
• A visible line is located on the curtain airbag, this line must be straight once bag is installed. Twisting is not permissible. — Install in reverse order of removal.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Observe the general safety regulations when working on airbag, belt tensioner and battery isolator units (pyrotechnic components) Observe the special instructions for curtain airbag modules . — Disconnect vehicle battery Electrical system27Disconnecting and reconnecting battery.
2. Remove moulded headliner .
3. Position straight O-ring pliers in openings of clip (1), press pliers together and carefully release clip from opening in body. [Note: The clips are concealed by tabs. Before removing the clips, fold up the tabs.]
4. Release clips (2), (3) and (4) from body as described.
5. ⚠ 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 connector (5) off curtain airbag

6. Remove bolt (1) (4.5 Nm). Alternatively curtain airbag can be secured at this position using a metal eye and a locking pin. — 4.5 Nm (3.3 lb-ft)
7. Remove bolts (2) and (3) (3 Nm). — 3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)
8. Detach curtain airbag from mountings in vehicle body.
9. ⚠ A visible line is located on the curtain airbag, this line must be straight once bag is installed. Twisting is not permissible. — Install in reverse order of removal.
10. Switch ignition on.
11. ⚠ Ensure that nobody is in vehicle. — Reconnect vehicle battery Electrical system27Disconnecting and reconnecting battery.

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