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How to deactivate the passenger airbag in the BMW i3?

Model: BMW i3 MK 1 - Years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
Part: Airbag

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To deactivate the passenger airbag in the BMW i3, extract the key from the remote control to use it for deactivating the airbag. Next, open the front passenger door to locate a lock on the side of the dashboard.

Here, you will find a lock that needs to be turned from ON to OFF using the key. This will deactivate the airbag as indicated by the corresponding warning light. To reactivate it, simply turn the side lock back to ON.


Updated on 31 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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