I just assumed that all Z4's had the feature to disable the passenger airbag but I now realise that's not the case. While it's not a legal requirement (with a front facing car seat) I would prefer that the airbag is switched off when my son is in the car if possible, so I'm looking into options to retrofit the switch. I've found the switch itself on eBay but thinking I may also need the wiring (and perhaps the centre console light). Also seems that the older switches must be matched to the correct key to turn, so are no good, but newer BMW switches may also do the job and will work with any key.
Some people suggest the wiring for the Passenger Airbag Switch is only on pre-facelift cars 2004 on. Where mine is a 2003 I'm thinking it might not be there. If anyone can confirm to avoid me taking the dashboard apart that would be great.
Any advice on how best to tackle it? Apparently some of the parts are discontinued and therefore BMW dealers won't do it, nor am I keen to pay their labour if it's something that's not too daunting, however I obviously want to make sure it's done safely or it defeats the whole purpose.
Thanks.
Some people suggest the wiring for the Passenger Airbag Switch is only on pre-facelift cars 2004 on. Where mine is a 2003 I'm thinking it might not be there. If anyone can confirm to avoid me taking the dashboard apart that would be great.
Any advice on how best to tackle it? Apparently some of the parts are discontinued and therefore BMW dealers won't do it, nor am I keen to pay their labour if it's something that's not too daunting, however I obviously want to make sure it's done safely or it defeats the whole purpose.
Thanks.
