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Old 12-15-2006, 01:28 PM
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Default Airbag Control Unit replacement advice needed

So far, I have removed the radio, trim (around the radio, climate control), climate control head, ashtray, and centre console insert. I thought this would be enough to get to the air bag control unit (module) to replace it, but I can only see a small portion of it, let alone the rear bolts/nuts.

To give an idea of where I am now:

<img src="http://gallery.quaddro.org/picKLE-cache/Car/dscn1449_640.jpg" alt="Airbag control module image 1" />

<img src="http://gallery.quaddro.org/picKLE-cache/Car/dscn1450_640.jpg" alt="Airbag control module image 2" />

Has anyone been able to change it without removing more, or will I need to (as the Bentley suggests) remove the whole center console (rear), vent, armrest, and center console (front)?

Are there any useful tips or tricks I should know about at this point?
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"Airbag Control Unit..." I think that's how my ex used to refer to herself when we went to parties.
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I bet the Audi air bag controller will be easier to remove (by comparison) - LOL
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BWHAHA!
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I guess that's one of the reasons she's the 'ex'.
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You now have 3333 posts...its almost sunday...
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Default and 33 pictures in my poster...yes, you made ME go look....

...and now I have 3334 posts...DOH!

Go to sleep! )
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lol have a good one.... *secretly still surfing AW*
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Default Just pull the center console...it's not as much work as it seems. BTDT.

Just follow the Bentley instructions, should have everything off within 30-45 minutes.
Some pics of when I did mine:

<img src="http://home.comcast.net/~absolutcq20v/temp/12020007.JPG">

<img src="http://home.comcast.net/~absolutcq20v/temp/12020018.JPG">
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Thanks, the pics help, but why is your wood trim (above the glove box) and glove box removed?
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