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How to Deactivate or Activate the Passenger Airbag of the Mini Cooper

Model: Mini Mini R56, R57, R55 - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Airbag

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This guide provides instructions on how to deactivate or activate the passenger airbag of the Mini Cooper by following these simple steps. First, get into the vehicle and move to the side of the dashboard, where you will find the cylinder that allows you to deactivate or activate the passenger airbag; then take the physical key from the remote and insert it into the cylinder to perform the operation, as shown in the video.

At this point, you will see that the airbag warning light will illuminate if it is deactivated; conversely, no light will appear, indicating that the airbag is active.


Updated on 21 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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