To prevent unintended release of the side airbag during assembly and removal work on the driver and front passenger side, the ignition lead of the relevant side airbag module must be short circuited to its housing. This is done for reasons of safety.
Application:
The transition from model year 1998 to 1999 saw an introduction of new/different connectors in several 100 vehicles for the side airbag of the Passat B5. For these vehicles airbag adapter VAS 5232/1 is required.
For all other side airbag systems, airbag adapters VAS 5232 VAS 5094 and VAS 5068 should be used.
Warning!!
One adapter per side airbag (2) is required!
The application is described in the relevant workshop manual.

Recommended accessories

Storage case for airbag tester and adapters
VAS 5254; ASE 442 020 00 000

Warranty

24 months

ASE 442 021 00 000