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Removing triggering unit for airbag

WARNING: Danger of injury and damage to property as a result of incorrect handling of airbag units!
Please observe the following points:
  • The airbag triggering unit must not be removed with the plug plugged in!
  • Waiting time following ignition off (battery disconnection) and detachment of the plug connection during work on the airbag system: at least 1 minute!

The triggering unit is located above the centre console.

  1. Remove ignition key.
  2. Disconnect the battery and cover terminal or battery.
  3. Unclip front cover of the centre console on the left and right.

    Fold up the safety bracket from the driver's side.

  4. Disconnect the plug connection from the triggering unit.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection From Triggering Unit
    G03155371Courtesy of PORSCHE OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  5. Undo the shear-off nut with a socket wrench insert
    Fig 2: Removing Shear-Off Nut With Socket Wrench Insert
    G03155372Courtesy of PORSCHE OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  6. From the passenger's side, undo the shear-off nuts and M6 hexagon nut and remove the triggering unit.