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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003PASSAT SEDAN (3B3) L4-1.8L TURBO (AWM)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG SYSTEMSAIR BAG CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWM)
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWM)SECTION Service and Repair
Airbag Control Module - J234 -, Removing And Installing
CAUTION: Observe safety precautions for working on airbags
Removing
- Remove center console and cover for center instrument panel.
- Disconnect vehicle battery.
- Swing bracket - 2 - in opposite direction of arrow and pull out harness connector - 3 - from control module - 1.
- Remove nuts - 4 - and pull control module from studs (nut - 4 - = 6 Nm).
Installing
- Installation is the reverse order of removal.
- Switch ignition on.
CAUTION: Make sure no one is in the vehicle.
- Connect vehicle battery.
- If control module was replaced, it must be coded, adapt (code) components.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.