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How to deactivate the front passenger airbag of the Mini Countryman

Model: Mini Mini Countryman1, R60 - Years 2010-2016
Part: Checks and maintenance

In this guide we will see the instructions that will allow us to deactivate the front passenger airbag, in case of a car seat, of the Mini Countryman, in simple and quick steps. First, we open the front passenger door and simply insert the key into the passenger airbag cylinder located on the side of the dashboard; we then rotate to off to deactivate the passenger airbag, as shown in the video. To restore the operation of the front passenger airbag, simply rotate to on with the key.

Posted on 8 November 2025 by ScegliAuto

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