Removing and installing side airbag for driver/front passenger side, from 05.03 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 9C1, 1C1, 1Y7

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• After installing all components switch ignition on.
• After reconnecting battery, check vehicle equipment (radio, clock, electric windows) as per workshop manual and/or owner's manual.

📋 Procedure

1. Disconnect battery earth strap from battery.
2. Remove driver/front passenger seat (install airbag adapterVAS 5094) Seat frame72Front seats.
3. Remove backrest frame Seat frame72Front seat.
4. Remove backrest cover, 05.03 ► Seat padding, covers74Front covers and padding.
5. Remove backrest padding.

6. Disconnect wiring harness (4)(arrows)
7. Remove bolt (3).
8. Remove airbag unit (2) from backrest frame (1).
9. After installing all components switch ignition on.
10. Close doors.
11. Reconnect battery earth strap. [Note: After reconnecting battery, check vehicle equipment (radio, clock, electric windows) as per workshop manual and/or owner's manual.]

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