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Removing the Airbag and Steering Wheel from a Volkswagen Touran

Model: Volkswagen Touran 1T, MK 1 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Airbag

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Today, you will learn how to remove the steering wheel airbag from a Volkswagen Touran; once removed, you can also detach the steering wheel in a few simple steps. First, open the bonnet and disconnect the two battery terminals; then, get inside the car and turn the steering wheel to access the rear screw.

At this point, disconnect the front airbag by unplugging its electrical connector; to remove the steering wheel, simply take out the central bolt and the aluminium plate by unscrewing the torx screws with a screwdriver.


Updated on 2 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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