Removal & Installation (SL Class)
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- Before proceeding, See AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove ignition key. Remove radio. Push up and pull out heater control panel. Unplug 2 connectors. Remove screw in middle of storage tray.
- Bend up at top corners and lift out storage tray. Remove screws below storage tray. Lift wood trim panel at rear, pull down and out of catches. Unplug switch connectors and remove wood trim panel. Unplug connectors at control module and remove Torx mounting screws. Remove control module.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure SRS control module arrow points to front of vehicle. Set parameters and program new SRS control module with Hand-Held Tester (965 589 00 01 00). Activate air bag system. Perform system operation check to ensure system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .