Salvage Car Rebuild Project 2012 Audi S5 Part 6: Center Console and Air Bag Control Module Removal

In part 6/episode 6 of the 2012 audi S5 Cabriolet salvage car rebuild from the Copart auto auction, we rip apart the interior to get to the air bag control module. We take out the seat in order to get to the center console. Then we have to take all the pieces off the center console to get to the air bag control module. This video is a how to in taking apart your audi interior to get to the insides such as the shifter, ac unit, center console, vents, or airbag control module.
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Salvage Car Rebuild Project 2012 Audi S5 Part 6: Center Console and Air Bag Control Module Removal
Salvage Car Rebuild Project 2012 Audi S5 Part 6: Center Console and Air Bag Control Module Removal
Salvage Car Rebuild Project 2012 Audi S5 Part 6: Center Console and Air Bag Control Module Removal
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[@georgefalzon9502]

Woman's heels made the hole in floor 😊

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Never thought of that. You could be onto something. I've never seen that before.

[@danieltoussaint289]

Do you guys live in New York? cause i have the same problem, and really need to get it fix

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

New Jersey. What's the issue?

[@danieltoussaint289]

@@DIYSalvageGuy airbag and the parking break light is on and it’s cannot clear

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Parking brake is on because of airbag. What caused the airbag light to go on?

[@danieltoussaint289]

Do you have a shop?

[@danieltoussaint289]

@@DIYSalvageGuy i dont know

[@DeliciousDrizzy]

do you have a video showing how to reset the airbag module? i bought a project a5 a few days ago. going to replace the pyro fuse and all crash sensors soon but want to get rid of that crash data. thanks!

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Can't really reset the yourself. Sometimes you can clear the codes, but I'd send it to myairbags.com

[@marcoperez6952]

How hard was it to lift off the inner console trim? It looks as though you just yanked it straight up. Its just plastic clips holding it down to console?

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

It's all just clipped in once the screws are removed. A little pressure and yanking is all you need.

[@emelexista86]

Hi, I have a Audi Q7 2007 airbag light on I run the Scanner Code Reader and I got Airbag control Module - J234 No signal do u think I have to replace.. thanks

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

I'd always first try to clear the codes. Usually that's all you need to do. No signal seems like a problem but if clearing the codes doesn't work, take it out and send it to myairbags.com they will get you io and running again real quick. Use code DIYSalvageGuy for a discount too.

[@emelexista86]

Ok thanks for u helps

[@scottturner3133]

I love how real you are. Keep doing what you're doing. Great video!!

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Thanks for the love! Just trying to be a normal guy doing this.

[@freeportdongaming3996]

Nope had it was me taking that out you should've just ordered a new floor , car would've had that true new car feel especially after getting that coffee out

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

If the car has less miles, it would be worth doing things like that, but floor mats cover it up just as well 😊

[@D33P_4K]

What upholstery shop did you take it to? And how much did they charge to stitch it back/replace any leather if necessary?

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Took it to a local shop and it came out awful. I wound up buying a new seat and swapping the components around myself. Cost me 150

[@luisc2816]

Hey I have a problem on my 2011 Audi q5 s line , the fob key stopped working all of a sudden and now I can’t lock or unlock the car unless I use the mechanical key that’s inside the fob, I went to Audi dealership they reprogrammed a new key and same thing nothing, after that they said the control module underneath the passenger seat might be the issue and they asked $1500 to buy the part and to reprogram it but they’re not 100 % that’s gonna fix the problem. Any ideas ?

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

I find it odd that they were able to program a new key without the control unit working properly. This might be a stupid question, but you're sure the battery in the fob works?

[@luisc2816]

@@DIYSalvageGuy Yes first I changed the battery inside the fob key; so first they said they’re not sure what the problem is and suggested to start with the key. Also they said the module was intact no trace of water or wiring corrosion( witch is odd because I had a water leak right at the passenger seat),so they programmed another key based on that. And when they saw the key is not the problem they wanted to proceed to the next step by changing the module.

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

If you had water in the car, I'd probably say that's your problem then. Electronics are very sensitive.

[@seanmccabe8604]

hi, I have been watching your videos, they are great. You mentioned you are using the EKTA manual??? where do you buy that?

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Thanks a lot! This is where I got it from www.emanualonline.com/

[@ThatDIYguy862]

you don't need to replace the module even if the driver airbag or any other airbags blow on audis like this, I replaced driver and curtain airbags on 2010-2016 s4 and the light goes out after codes clear, other car makes and models do need the module reset through a service just like seatbelts like toyota or infiniti, audi was not the case

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Not even if the front explodes? Learning everyday thanks!

[@ThatDIYguy862]

@@DIYSalvageGuy from my experience with that, even when driver airbag deployed, the module still didn’t need to be sent out for resetting, I put new airbags in and erased codes and light went away, make sure to disconnect battery terminals when working on anything airbag related and seatbelts, even the seats. The airbags in the seats are connected with the harness underneath the seats like in the video, better safe than sorry to have something deploy unintentionally

[@JustLife-mr8kf]

Man, My car is the same year and model and has the exact same problem. You saved my day!!!! Thank you so much!!!!!

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Glad it worked out for you! Happy to help

[@hotboyharry3674]

Lol just get some weathertech mats and cover up the hole in the carpet, that's what i'd do

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Yea that's what I'll wind up doing. The guy had 3 mats there and duct tape and still put a hole in it.

[@deanmusgrave9235]

Happy new mate, take some photos before you take things apart for reference.

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Oh yea. Learned that the hard way

[@JustLife-mr8kf]

Man I ran into the same issue. I put it all back. However, my car doesn't start. What could be the issue?

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Check out my second or third video in the Playlist. Pyro fuse is usually the issue

[@JustLife-mr8kf]

@@DIYSalvageGuy Start authorization antenna r138 . That is what the computer says. 🤯

[@freeportdongaming3996]

I might be late but could be info to someone in the future, check the fuse behind your battery that can prevent your car from starting and very cheap fix like $13 bucks on eBay cheap

[@JustLife-mr8kf]

@@freeportdongaming3996 that was the issue. Found it on Amazon. Thanks.

[@GioVargasMachuca]

Hi, thanks for all the great content. I was wondering how to take that white/ silver center console trim. Mine is cracked and I'd like to replace it but I haven't found any video online on how to do it. Do I use a simple trim tool or do I have to take out the whole center console like you did. Please any help would be highly appreciated.

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

You might be able to pop it out with a trim tool, but I think it is all one piece and needs to be replaced together. Couple screws and you're good. Pretty simple process.

[@andreassamardzija8345]

Appreciate the detailed explanation, since you have the experiece. If you only want to change the centre cup holders. Do i need to disassemble the whole centre console like this?

[@DIYSalvageGuy]

Don't remember how it went for the cup holder, but see if they pop out. It's not a bad job even if you have to remove it all

[@andreassamardzija8345]

@@DIYSalvageGuy Thanks, will try it out👍🏻