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Disable passenger airbag on a 550?

Discussion in '456/550/575' started by msgsobe, Jun 16, 2007.

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  1. msgsobe

    msgsobe Formula 3

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    #1 msgsobe, Jun 16, 2007
    My son is yearning for a ride in the 550. he's 3 (see my avatar) how can I disable the passenger airbag so I can put him in a carseat?
     
  2. PAP 348

    PAP 348 Nine Time F1 World Champ
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    #2 PAP 348, Jun 17, 2007
    Is he still in a 5 point harness car seat? I wanted to do the same for my nephew, he's nearly 2 but my 348 doesn't have the rear anchor point for the car seat, does your 550 have one? or is son just using a child booster seat? I would imagine the easiest way to disable the air bag would be to pull the fuse but I would imagine you would get a fault light for your troubles and more than likely need a Ferrari Dealer to clear that code also ;)

    IMO it sounds like alot of drama and I know should the unfortuante happen I would want the airbags working :)
     
  3. dsd

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    #3 dsd, Jun 17, 2007
    www.airbagonoff.com

    I just had them install their switch in my 575. Cost me $500 (installed). Worth every penny. Please do not compromise your child's safety, get a proper shutoff switch.

    Their are other company's that do this. Basically, you apply to the NTSA for dispensation (they will approve for any 2-seater) and then you contact an authorized airbag tech (the ntsa site lists them for all states).

    Best,
    dsd
     
  4. msgsobe

    msgsobe Formula 3

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    #4 msgsobe, Jun 17, 2007
    dsd, thanks for the link, just what i was looking for. Pap, i would never compromise my sons safety. you dont want an airbag going off on a 3 year old, it'll hurt him. just belts. going to put his car seat (simpson, by the way), using the 3 point seat belt.
     
  5. dsd

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  6. msgsobe

    msgsobe Formula 3

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    #6 msgsobe, Jun 20, 2007
    perfect, just what I'm looking for. mark
     
  7. bayareaferrari

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    #7 bayareaferrari, Jun 21, 2007
    I just did this as well..It works great, no error msg. Very nice set up from these guys and easy to install.
     

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