BMW X5: Removing And Installing/Replacing Airbag Module On Passenger Side

WARNING: Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.

Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Disconnect battery negative lead.
• Remove instrument panel trim.

Unclip airbag lead with holders (1) from instrument panel.

Fig. 29: Identifying Airbag Lead

Unscrew nuts (1).

Installation:

Replace nuts.

Tightening torque.

Remove airbag module from instrument panel.

Fig. 30: Identifying Airbag Module Nuts

REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT HEAD AIRBAG (VERSION WITH SLIDE/TILT SUNROOF)

WARNING: Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.

Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

A damaged head airbag exhibits an impaired protective function and in extreme cases loses its protective function altogether.

NOTE: Except for the operations for Removing headliner, this task is identical to removing and installing/replacing left or right head airbag (version without slide/tilt sunroof).

REMOVING AND INSTALLING SIDE AIRBAG (FRONT SEAT)

WARNING: Observe safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical seat belt pretensioners.

Incorrect handling can cause airbags to trigger, resulting in serious injuries.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Disconnect battery negative lead.
• Partially detach backrest cover.

Remove cover (1).

Fig. 31: Identifying Airbag Cover

Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screws.

Installation:

Replace screws.

Tightening torque.

Fig. 32: Identifying Plug Connection

Remove airbag module (1) from inner bag (2).

Installation:

Pull inner bag (2) fully over airbag module (1) and screw brackets.

Fig. 33: Identifying Inner Bag And Airbag Module

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