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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2010128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, N51, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 1 (GENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - REPAIR (E82))PLUG CONNECTIONS, TERMINALS, POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX61 13... REPAIRING AIRBAG LEADS (BUILD DATE/VERSION AFFECTED 04/2008 TO 07/2008)
2010 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, N51, Automatic

61 13... Repairing Airbag Leads (Build Date/Version Affected 04/2008 To 07/2008)

2010 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, N51, AutomaticSECTION 61 13... Repairing Airbag Leads (Build Date/Version Affected 04/2008 To 07/2008)
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Special tools required:

  • 61 0 327
  • 61 4 321
  • 61 4 328

WARNING: Read and comply with safety regulations for handling airbag modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners. Improper handling can lead to triggering of the pyrotechnical seat belt tensioner or side airbag, resulting in injuries.

Switch off the ignition!

IMPORTANT: Always use repair cable set for belt tensioner and seat airbag in event of a fault on driver's and front passenger sides.

Necessary preliminary tasks:  Move driver's seat/front passenger seat fully back and upwards.

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect. Unplug connector plug (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections
G06177633Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release cable strap (1). Unlock cap (2) on both sides and pull out in direction of arrow. Installation note:  Secure wiring harness for tension relief with cable strap on connector housing.

Fig 2: Identifying Cable Tie
G06177634Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Strip insulation (1) and disconnect cables in accordance with table.

Fig 3: Identifying Strip Insulation
G06177635Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Driver's seat

Pin 16 Yellow/Red GSF+
Pin 17 Yellow/Brown GSF-
Pin 18 Yellow SIAVL+ for LHD
Blue SIAVR+ for RHD
Pin 19 Brown SIAVL-/VR-
front Passenger seat

Pin 16 Blue/Red GSBF+
Pin 17 Blue/Brown GsBF-
Pin 18 Blue SIAVR+ for LHD
Yellow SIAVL+ for RHD
Pin 19 Brown SIAVR-/VL-

Cut cable (1) with BMW-recommended insulation strippers and strip insulation. Dimension A = 11 cm.

Fig 4: Identifying Cable Dimension
G06177636Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Cut repair cable (1) with BMW-recommended insulation strippers and strip insulation. Cut repair wiring harness 11 cm. Dimension A = 11 cm.

Fig 5: Identifying Repair Cable
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Connect repair cable (1) with butt connector to vehicle wiring harness. Universal matrix 61 4 328. Pliers 61 4 321.

Fig 6: Connecting Repair Cable With Butt Connector To Vehicle Wiring Harness
G06177638Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Slide heat-shrink tubing (1) over ignition circuit leads (2).

Fig 7: Identifying Ignition Circuit Leads
G06177639Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

With hot air blower, shrink the heat-shrink tubing on both sides of heat-shrink tubing until glue emerges uniformly all round.

Connect ignition circuit lead (1) with special tool 61 0 327 in accordance with table.

Fig 8: Connecting Ignition Circuit Lead
G06201953Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.