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How to Disable the Passenger Airbag on a Volkswagen Polo?

Model: Volkswagen Polo 6R, MK V, Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5 - Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Airbag

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To disable the passenger airbag on a Volkswagen Polo, open the glove compartment located on the front passenger side. In the upper right part, you will find a lock that can be turned using the ignition key. Initially, it will point to ON, indicating that the passenger airbag is active.

Using the key, turn it to OFF, which will deactivate the airbag and illuminate the corresponding warning light on the dashboard. To reactivate the airbag, simply turn the lock back.


Updated on 29 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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