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How to Deactivate the Passenger Airbag in the Citroen C5

Model: Citroen C5 DC, MK 1 - Years 2000-2008
Part: Airbag

This brief and simple guide provides instructions to deactivate the front passenger airbag when installing a child seat in the Citroen C5. First, get in the vehicle and open the small flap of the glove compartment found to the left of the steering wheel, driver's side; then insert the ignition key into the airbag cylinder and turn it to off to deactivate the passenger airbag, as shown in the video. You will then see the indicator light on the dashboard reminding you that the passenger airbag is deactivated.

Updated on 10 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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