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How to activate the airbag in the Mini Cooper?

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

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The passenger side airbag in the Mini Cooper, like in all other vehicles, may malfunction due to a temporary sensor issue, for example, or a problem with the control unit. If this occurs, the malfunction indicator light will remain on, so you need to intervene to reset it, clearly after ensuring that it is indeed a temporary error and that the functionality of the airbags is in order.

There are two methods: disconnect and reconnect the sensor connector located under the passenger seat (see video) after a few seconds, or locate the fuse in the fuse box, performing the task as mentioned above.


Updated on 11 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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