206 FL - fixing airbag ribbon
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206 FL - fixing airbag ribbon
Hi! Yesterday, I was trying to correct the steering wheel because it was a couple of degrees off. I removed the airbag and unscrewed the wheel. But, because the wheel was really tight on the rod, I yanked it too hard and ripped the airbag plug and the horn plug off the ribbons. Stupid as that was, now I want to try and fix it. I disassembled the plugs and noticed that it may be soldered back. The question is: is it possible? After I solder it, will there be a risk of the airbag going off accidentally during the ride? I know I can buy new ribbons, but I can't afford it at the moment, but I also don't want to drive without a functioning airbag. If need be, I can photograph the damaged ribbons. Any help appreciated!
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Re: 206 FL - fixing airbag ribbon
For safety reasons I would get a used unit with the same part number they will be available on eBay or a local breakers
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Re: 206 FL - fixing airbag ribbon
Absolutely agree ^
Without pictures we can't see exactly what you've done, but the plugs are normally part of control unit inside the steering wheel, so you may need a second hand Comms unit to be safe. I would not recommend soldering - because if you are not extremely careful, you could cause a short on reconnection and trigger the airbag off! Very dangerous.
If you post your VIN here, we can get you the correct part numbers.
Without pictures we can't see exactly what you've done, but the plugs are normally part of control unit inside the steering wheel, so you may need a second hand Comms unit to be safe. I would not recommend soldering - because if you are not extremely careful, you could cause a short on reconnection and trigger the airbag off! Very dangerous.
If you post your VIN here, we can get you the correct part numbers.
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Re: 206 FL - fixing airbag ribbon
Honestly, I expected such answers but yesterday I risked it and soldered the plugs back. After reassembling the wheel, I turned on the engine from the passenger seat, just in case. Everything worked fine! I took her for a bumpy ride to see if the soldering job is tight and secure. I thank you guys for your recommendation but as I said, I can't afford to buy new parts.
I'm Polish after all. We'd rather fix things ourselves than buy new stuff or have it repaired by a professional. All that to save some zlotys
I'm Polish after all. We'd rather fix things ourselves than buy new stuff or have it repaired by a professional. All that to save some zlotys
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Re: 206 FL - fixing airbag ribbon
Your choice of course, but not recommended when it comes to explosives in safety devices.
Second hand units can be got for a reasonable amount. A 206 driver airbag module - £10 (49 złotys); a Comms Unit £34 (169 złotys). What price safety?
Second hand units can be got for a reasonable amount. A 206 driver airbag module - £10 (49 złotys); a Comms Unit £34 (169 złotys). What price safety?
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Re: 206 FL - fixing airbag ribbon
GiveMeABreak wrote: ↑09 Mar 2019, 10:52 Your choice of course, but not recommended when it comes to explosives in safety devices.
Second hand units can be got for a reasonable amount. A 206 driver airbag module - £10 (49 złotys); a Comms Unit £34 (169 złotys). What price safety?
I'd sooner forego an airbag rather than risk it going off at some random point that would likely cause a crash.