Fig. 74 On the left-hand side of the vehicle: location and deployment zone of the curtain airbag
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsIn the interior, a curtain airbag is fitted above the doors on both the driver and front passenger sides . The airbag location is identified by the text AIRBAG.
The area in the red frame is covered by the curtain airbag when triggered (deployment zone). For this reason, you must never leave or attach any items in this area.
In a side collision the curtain airbag is triggered on the impact side of the vehicle.
In a side collision, the curtain airbags reduce the risk of injury to the areas of the body facing the impact for vehicle occupants on the front seats and outer rear seats.
WARNING
Once triggered, the airbag inflates at high speed.Battery with »enhanced« colour indicator
This is a maintenance-free battery with liquid electrolyte
(wet battery).
Caution
No stickers may be removed and do not replenish with
distilled water. Only perform a visual check. Refer to
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Removing and installing spray jet, GTI, GTD and »R«
Note
The spray jet is installed in the high-level brake light.
Removing:
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Remove high-level brake light
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Removing and installing front air distribution flap actuation unit, heater
and air conditioning system with electric/manual controls, LHD vehicles
Removing
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Remove dash panel
→ General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70.
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Remove the air duct for the defroster vent
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