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How to Disable the Passenger Airbag in a Volkswagen Golf?

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

In this tutorial, you will see how to disable the passenger airbag in a Volkswagen Golf, an extremely simple and quick operation that must be performed whenever a rear-facing child seat is installed. Start by removing the key from the ignition cylinder, then open the passenger glove compartment and locate the switch in question. Next, insert the key into the switch, turn it clockwise, and set it to the "OFF" position. The airbag will now be disabled.

Updated on 2 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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