BMW X5: 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 be replaced.
A damaged head airbag exhibits an impaired protective function and in extreme cases loses its protective function altogether.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead.
- Remove roofliner.
- Follow instructions for unlocking and locking airbag plug connection.
Installation summary, retaining elements, head airbag:
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Fig. 34: Identifying Gas Generator, Retaining Screws And Head Airbag
- Gas generator
- Retaining screws, gas generator
- Retaining screws, holder for folding pack
- Folding pack, head airbag
- Retaining screw, anchor fitting, A-pillar
IMPORTANT: When removing head airbag, do not damage
- Head airbag
- Windscreen
- Retaining clips
- Trim panels
Release screw (1) on A-pillar.
Tightening torque. Release retaining screws (2).
Tightening torque. Remove deformation plate (3).
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Fig. 35: Identifying Deformation Plate
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque.
Installation:
Folding pack is under tab washer.
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Fig. 36: Identifying Screw
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque.
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Fig. 37: Identifying Screws
Unlock and disconnect plug (3) for gas generator (2).
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque.
Remove gas generator (2) in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Gas generator is coded against incorrect installation.
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Fig. 38: Removing Gas Generator
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1. Opening spot-weld bonds
Set punch mark in center of weld spot. Set 8 mm dia. weld spot drill bit
on punch mark and drill
through top metal sheet.
Or open weld spot with Vario Drill spot welding cutter (refer to WORKSHOP
EQUIPMENT &
PLANNING CD, Chapter 7).
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