airbag light - which connector?

[mellow]

I've read multiple threads regarding this topic but haven't found a fix that can be done at home.

Has anyone successfully made this light go out without taking it to the dealer? Which connector, under the seat, is it? There's a black, blue, and yellow...anyone?

Thanks

[Restyle]

Hi,
I`m afraid its got to be done at the dealers as the Computer needs to be reset.
There`s a common fault with the under seat loom, where the dealer generally replaces the loom for one with better connectors. While the airbag warning light is on, the airbag system will NOT Function at all even in a crash.
I had mine changed a few months ago along with Hundreds of others
See :- http://www.mini2.com/forum/first-generation-faults-fixes/2588-airbag.html

[bbt4]

Mellow,

I have the same problem. I recently installed a set of Recaros, and my airbag warning light has been on since. I think it's the yellow one because the black and blue should connect to the seat belt (just trace the seat belt clip). I did some research over at NAM and found that one can actually find the resistence of the airbag that was unplug and replace it with a resistor to fool the computer into thinking everything is normal. As a result of this, operation of all other airbag will be retained. I don't think one has tried this on a mini yet...well at least I havn't found it yet.

Keep us posted if you find anything else regarding this issue, and I'll let you all know if I find anything new.

bbt4

[Restyle]

Quote: Originally Posted by bbt4

....I did some research over at NAM and found that one can actually find the resistence of the airbag that was unplug and replace it with a resistor to fool the computer into thinking everything is normal. As a result of this, operation of all other airbag will be retained. I don't think one has tried this on a mini yet...well at least I havn't found it yet.

If only it were that Simple
The computer when first sensing any airbag system fault ..Shuts down the whole Airbag System as a safety precaution.
The system then needs to be re-initiated after subsequent investigation & repair ... a subbed resistor will NOT do this unfortunatley

[bbt4]

I'll take a wild guess...only the dealer can reset my airbag light.

Is this so?

bbt4

[Restyle]

Quote: Originally Posted by bbt4

I'll take a wild guess...only the dealer can reset my airbag light.
Is this so?

Yep
Hey, No need for me to type Slowly anymore

[Me and My Mini]

airbags not working? airbag lights coming on? Thats not good news.. Especially when you know who makes them.. it only means more work..