Removing and installing rear side airbag crash sensor, driver side G256 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Touareg II (7P, 2010–2018)

🔩 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 general safety regulations when working on airbag, belt tensioner and battery isolator units (pyrotechnic components) . — Disconnect vehicle battery Electrical system27Disconnecting and reconnecting battery.
2. Remove bench seats .
3. Remove rear seats .
4. Remove seat belt end anchor, rear seat, outside .
5. Remove C-pillar trim .

6. Removing and installing wheel housing trims .
7. Remove sill strip .
8. Release connector locking device and pull connector (2) off crash sensor (1).
9. Remove bolt (3) (9 Nm). — 9 Nm (6.6 lb-ft)
10. Install in reverse order of removal.
11. Switch on ignition.
12. ⚠ Ensure that nobody is in vehicle. — Reconnect vehicle battery Electrical system27Disconnecting and reconnecting battery.

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