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How to disassemble the steering wheel airbag of the Mercedes ML

Model: Mercedes Classe M W164 - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Part: Airbag

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The instructions provided in this guide will show us how to disassemble and replace the steering wheel airbag of the Mercedes ML. First, we get into the car and start unscrewing the fastening screws of the plastic partition located under the steering wheel; using a screwdriver, we remove the steering wheel airbag, disconnecting its electrical connector located on the back, as shown in the video.

At this point, we replace and install the new steering wheel airbag, correctly reassembling it and making the connection, applying the reverse process!


Posted on 30 September 2025 by ScegliAuto


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