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How to deactivate the passenger airbag in the Opel Astra?

Model: Vauxhall Astra Astra J - Years 2009-2016
Part: Airbags

In this tutorial we can see how to deactivate the passenger airbag in the Opel Astra J, a very simple operation, to be carried out whenever a rearward-facing child seat is positioned. First of all, let's go inside the passenger compartment, after which we open the right door and locate the block located in the external bulkhead of the dashboard. Subsequently, insert the key inside and turn it clockwise, so as to bring the selector to the "OFF" position. At this point the airbag will be deactivated and this can be verified by the illuminated warning light on the center console. To reactivate it, just bring the selector to the initial position.


Posted on 12 September 2024 by ScegliAuto



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