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How to deactivate the passenger airbag in the Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 6, Golf VI, Golf 6, 5K1 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Airbag

In this video, you can see how to deactivate and activate the passenger airbag in the Volkswagen Golf MK6, a very simple and quick operation that must be performed, according to the highway code, whenever a child seat is positioned facing the rear. In cars from the German manufacturer, you will find the appropriate switch inside the passenger glove compartment, which can be operated using the key, as it is shaped like the ignition key. Simply rotate the switch to the desired position; a light under the climate control console will inform you of the deactivation.

Updated on 18 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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