Safety Recall 69AL – Airbag Crash Sensors – 2018 Volkswagen Atlas

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Repair Overview
• Replace driver front and passenger front
airbag crash sensors <1>.
NOTE
• These repair instructions may differ from the labor operations and labor times listed in ELSA.
• Damages resulting from improper repair or failure to follow these work instructions are the dealer’s
responsibility and are not eligible for reimbursement under this action.
• This procedure must be read in its entirety prior to performing the repair.
• Due to variations in vehicle equipment and options, the steps/illustrations in this work procedure may not
identically match all affected vehicles.
• Diagnosis and repair of pre-existing conditions in the vehicle are not covered under this action.
• When working during extreme temperatures, it is recommended that the vehicle be allowed to acclimate
inside the shop to avoid temperature-related component damage/breakage.

Repair Instruction
Section A – Check for Previous Repair
TIP
If Campaign Completion label is present, no further work is required.
• Enter the VIN in Elsa and proceed to the
“Campaign/Action” screen.
TIP
On the date of repair, print this screen and keep a copy
with the repair order.
• Confirm the Campaign/Action is open <arrow 1>.
If the status is closed, no further work is required.
• Note the Applicable Criteria ID <arrow 2> for use
in determining the correct work to be done and
corresponding parts associated.
Proceed to Section B
Section B – Replacing Driver Front and Passenger Front Airbag Crash Sensors
WARNING
Risk of injury. Refer to “Warning and Safety Precautions”, found in Appendix A at the end of this document.
Disconnect the battery with the ignition switched
ON:
WARNING
Accident risk. When working on pyrotechnic
components (such as airbags and belt tensioners),
the battery must be disconnected with the ignition
switched ON.
• Turn ON the ignition.
• Move the driver seat to the most rearward
position.
• Fully recline driver seat.
CAUTION
Reclining the driver seat before disconnecting the
battery allows for additional safety in the event
Terminal 15 power is not restored when
reconnecting the battery at the end of the repair.
• Access the battery
• Remove and isolate the battery ground cable
from the battery terminal.
Disconnecting and connecting crash sensor
connectors:
WARNING
• The battery must be disconnected before
installing the crash sensors back into the
vehicle.
• Before handling pyrotechnic components (for
example, disconnecting the connector), the
person handling it must “discharge static
electricity”. This can be done by touching the
door striker, for example.
• Disconnecting:
o Pull out the connector lock <2>, push
down in direction of <arrow>, and
disconnect the connector <1> on the
crash sensor.
• Connecting:
o Attach the connector <1> to the crash
sensor until it clicks into place in
direction of <arrow>.
o Push in the connector lock <2> in
direction of <arrow> to secure the
connector.
Replacing crash sensors:
• Remove bolt <1> for the driver front and
passenger front airbag crash sensors <2>.
• Disconnect connector <3>.
• Install new crash sensors in the reverse order
of removal.
• Connect and lock the electrical
connectors <3>.
• Torque bolts <1> for the crash sensors to
9 Nm.
Connect battery:
WARNING
• Ignition must be ON when connecting
battery. If pyrotechnic components (e.g.
airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired
correctly, they may deploy unintentionally
after connecting battery. There must not be
anyone inside the vehicle when connecting
the battery.
• If the ignition is not switched on after the
battery is reconnected – “indicator lamps in
the instrument cluster do not light up” – the
ignition (key/button) may only be switched
on when the driver seat is positioned all the
way back.
• Disconnect the connector <2> from the Battery
Monitoring Control Module -J367- <3>.
• Attach the battery ground cable clamp by hand
to the battery negative terminal and torque the
nut <1> to 6 Nm.
• Reconnect the connector to the Battery
Monitoring Control Module -J367-.
• Cycle the ignition off and back on.
• Bring driver seat to an upright position.
• Set clock to local time.
• Activate the convenience open/close
functions.
• Check the DTC memories of all the control
units and erase under-voltage faults if
necessary.
NOTE
• After connecting the battery and switching
on the ignition, the ASR/ESP Control Lamp
-K155- and Electromechanical Power
Steering Indicator Lamp light up
continuously. The indicator lamps switch off
automatically after driving a short distance
(less than 100 meters). This activates
Steering Angle Sensor -G85-.
• Once -G85- is activated and the ignition is
cycled, the Start/Stop function will also start
working again and any faults related to the
battery being disconnected should be able to
be cleared.
Proceed to Section C.
Section C – Campaign Completion Label
Install Campaign Completion Label
• Fill out and affix Campaign Completion
Label, part number CAMP 010 000, next to
the vehicle emission control information
label.
TIP
Ensure Campaign Completion Label does not cover
any existing label(s).
Proceed to Section D.
Section D – Parts Return/Disposal
Properly store (retain), destroy or dispose of removed parts in accordance with all state/province and local
requirements, unless otherwise indicated and/or requested through the Warranty Parts Portal (WPP) for U.S. and
the Part Destruction and Core Disposition Report for Canada.
Appendix A – Warning and Safety Precautions
WARNING
General Safety Precautions when Working with Pyrotechnic Components:
• Pyrotechnic components always contain propellant that generates a gas during combustion. In some
components, there is also a supply of pressurized gas to ensure this gas is generated
• This pressurized gas is stored under high pressure in a compressed gas container. Pyrotechnic components
are triggered by electrical/mechanical igniters.
• Only trained personnel should perform testing, assembly and servicing work. Airbags do not have a
replacement interval.
• Never check with test lamps, voltmeter or ohmmeters.
• Only check pyrotechnic components when they are installed in the vehicle using vehicle diagnosis, testing
and information systems approved by the manufacturer.
• When working on pyrotechnic components and the airbag control module, disconnect the battery ground
strap while the ignition is switched on. Then cover the negative terminal.
• Wait 10 seconds after disconnecting the battery.
• The ignition must be SWITCHED ON when connecting the battery. There should not be anyone inside the
vehicle when doing this.
• Exception: vehicles with batteries in the passenger compartment. In this case, stay outside the range of the
airbags and seat belts.
• Wash your hands after touching ignited pyrotechnic components from the restraint system.
• Do not open or repair pyrotechnic components. Use only new components to reduce the risk of injury.
• Do not install pyrotechnic components that have fallen onto a hard surface or show signs of damage.
• Discharge static electricity before handling pyrotechnic components, for example before disconnecting the
electrical connector. This can be done by touching grounded metal objects such as the door striker pin.
• Install pyrotechnic components immediately after removing them from their transport packaging. If you must
stop working, store the pyrotechnic component in its original transport packaging.
• Do not leave pyrotechnic components lying in the open unattended.
• Do not treat pyrotechnic components with grease, cleaning solutions or similar products.
• Do not expose pyrotechnic components to temperatures above 100 ºC, even for brief periods of time.
• People in the immediate vicinity of the workplace must be protected from possible noise and projectiles.
• Pyrotechnic components can trigger unintentionally.
• In the event of unintentional deployment:
o Single-stage inflators: allow airbag to cool down completely. Wait at least 10 minutes before
handling.
o Two-stage inflators: wait for second airbag ignition. Allow airbag to cool down completely. Wait at
least 10 minutes before handling.
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RECALL CODE
QUESTION
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Safety Recall
69AL
What vehicles are included in Safety Recall 69AL?
What is the safety concern for Safety Recall 69AL?
In a crash, it is possible that frontal airbag deployment may be delayed (or the frontal airbags may not deploy at all) due to potentially mis-built airbag crash sensors. This can increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants in a crash.
What is the repair for Safety Recall 69AL?
Your authorized Volkswagen dealer will replace the airbag crash sensors.
When will the repair for Safety Recall 69AL be available?
Parts are available now and repairs have begun. Please contact your local Volkswagen Dealership to schedule an appointment. If you are not familiar with one, please click here to locate a Volkswagen Dealer near you.
Are there any precautions I should take because my vehicle is part of Safety Recall 69AL?
The airbag warning light will come on if an airbag crash sensor failure is detected. Customers are advised: Do not ignore an illuminated airbag warning light. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer without delay and arrange to have the vehicle inspected/serviced.

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