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.
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Fig. 29: Identifying Airbag Lead
Unscrew nuts (1).
Installation:
Replace nuts.
Tightening torque.
Remove airbag module from instrument panel.
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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 must be replaced.
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).
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Fig. 31: Identifying Airbag Cover
Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release screws.
Installation:
Replace screws.
Tightening torque.
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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.
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Fig. 33: Identifying Inner Bag And Airbag Module
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Head Airbag
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 must b
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Fig. 140: Identifying Collar Nut
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