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Airbag Deactivation

2012-04-27T11:15:26Z

Simonarnot:

[[Category:S2]]
[[Category:S2_Exige]]
[[Category:DIY]]
[[Category:Safety]]
These steps will assist in disabling the passenger side airbag and assume you have already removed the dashboard as explained here: [[Remove_MY2008_Dash]]
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'''''Before you unplug the airbag, please be aware you may have to get a Lotus dealer to reset your warning light when you decide to plug it back in.'''''

'''Remove old airbag cover clips'''
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Using a screwdriver or similar, push out the broken parts of the airbag cover clips from the dashboard shown in red below. These will fall into the space behind and should be easily recovered.
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Unscrew the other parts of the broken clips from the airbag cover.
[[File:My2008-dash5.jpg|thumb|left|]]
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'''Unplug airbag'''
Locate the yellow and pink plug on the side of the airbag unit shown in the picture below.
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If removing the plug, you will need to undo the locking tab on the plug before it is removed, this is a little awkward as space is limited. The red arrow in the pictures below shows the location of the locking tab and the circled area is where the plug will be.
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[[File:My2008-dash4.jpg|thumb|left|]]
[[File:My2008-dash3.jpg|thumb|left|]]
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If you are reconnecting the plug, make sure the locking tab is undone before plugging back in then push the tab into place to lock the plug in.

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If you have just disconnected your airbag the next time you start the car up the airbag warning light should be on.
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If you have reconnected your airbag you will have to reset the warning light.
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The easiest way to do this is disconnect the battery and leave overnight.
If this doesn't work your car may have developed a voltage fault and this will unfortunately require a trip to the dealer to get it reset.

Remove MY2008 Dash

2012-04-23T23:02:23Z

Simonarnot:

[[Category:S2]]
[[Category:S2_Exige]]
[[Category:DIY]]

These are the steps I took to remove my 2008 Exige S dashboard so I could disable the passenger side airbag.

'''Optional: Disconnect battery'''
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I chose not to disconnect the battery at first, it isn't essential for removing the dash.

'''Remove airbag cover'''
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Simply pull the airbag cover at the top edge, it will make a snapping noise and you will break the 4 plastic lugs that hold the cover in place. You will need to order replacements before refitting this panel.

'''Remove steering column cover'''
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There are 6 screws on the lower cover that must be undone before removing. There are 2 on either side and 2 underneath.
The lower cover can then be pulled down and away from the steering column.
On cars with traction control (like mine) you will have 2 lots of wires connected to the cover. These can be left but to give yourself more room it is best to disconnect them. Make sure you note which plug is for the trip reset button and which is for the traction control dial.
In this picture the left-hand plug is for traction control, the right is the trip-reset button.
[[[File:My2008-dash12.jpg|thumb|left|]]]

The small plastic upper cover simply lifts up and out.

The upper cover is held on with velcro and metal clips. To remove it, lift the back of the cover up towards the windscreen to detach the velcro. The cover then needs to be pulled towards the back of the car. You will likely lose at least one of the metal clips but these can be retrieved once the dash is off.
[[File:My2008-dash11.jpg|thumb|left|]]
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'''Remove side vents'''
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In the little cubby holes on each side there are 2 screws, undo these then unclip the loose section from the top. On the drivers side this holds all the light/start button wiring, these don't need to be disconnected.
Behind the removed covers are 2 further screws to undo on each side. Once these are undone the vents can be loosened off at the top but pulling rearwards, you don't need to completely remove them just enough to access the dash panel.
[[File:My2008-dash10.jpg|thumb|left|]]
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'''Remove radio'''
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Next the radio can be removed. I chose to remove the radio while it was still mounted in the bracket rather than remove the radio then remove the bracket.
Remove the 3 screws holding the radio in, there are 2 on the driver side, 1 on the airbag side.
[[File:My2008-dash9.jpg|thumb|left|]]
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The radio can then be pulled out, again it doesn't need disconnected or even completely removed if you're happy with it hanging half out of the slot.
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'''Unscrew the dashboard'''
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There are 4 screws on the top of the dash that will now be exposed. 1 at each end under where the side vents were, 1 right in the middle where the vents were and one hidden behind the speedo unit. Unscrew all of these.
[[File:My2008-dash8.jpg|thumb|left|]]
[[File:My2008-dash6.jpg|thumb|left|]]
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'''Remove the dashboard'''
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The dashboard is now almost free to remove. Lift the panel up to expose the speaker wires and disconnect these on both sides.
The dash can then be lifted out. I found it best to lift the passenger side a little first but take it out driver side first to allow it to be lifted over the speedo. You can loosen the speedo unit off to make this easier.
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You should now see something similar to the following picture.
[[File:My2008-dash1.jpg|thumb|left|]]

Airbag Deactivation

2012-04-23T23:01:52Z

Simonarnot:

[[Category:S2]]
[[Category:S2_Exige]]
[[Category:DIY]]
[[Category:Safety]]
These steps assume you have already removed the dashboard as explained here: [[Remove_MY2008_Dash]]

'''Remove old airbag cover clips'''
{{clr}}
Using a screwdriver or similar, push out the broken parts of the airbag cover clips from the dashboard shown in red below. These will fall into the space behind and should be easily recovered.
{{clr}}
Unscrew the other parts of the broken clips from the airbag cover.
[[File:My2008-dash5.jpg|thumb|left|]]
{{clr}}

'''Unplug airbag'''
Locate the yellow and pink plug on the side of the airbag unit shown in the picture below.
{{clr}}
If removing the plug, you will need to undo the locking tab on the plug before it is removed, this is a little awkward as space is limited. The red arrow in the pictures below shows the location of the locking tab and the circled area is where the plug will be.
{{clr}}
[[File:My2008-dash4.jpg|thumb|left|]]
[[File:My2008-dash3.jpg|thumb|left|]]
{{clr}}
If you are reconnecting the plug, make sure the locking tab is undone before plugging back in then push the tab into place to lock the plug in.

{{clr}}
If you have just disconnected your airbag the next time you start the car up the airbag warning light should be on.
{{clr}}
If you have reconnected your airbag you will have to reset the light. The easiest way to do this is disconnect the battery and leave overnight - '''NOTE, I've just done this and will update to confirm this works!!'''

Airbag Deactivation

2012-04-23T22:59:43Z

Simonarnot:

[[Category:S2]]
These steps assume you have already removed the dashboard as explained here: [[Remove_MY2008_Dash]]

'''Remove old airbag cover clips'''
{{clr}}
Using a screwdriver or similar, push out the broken parts of the airbag cover clips from the dashboard shown in red below. These will fall into the space behind and should be easily recovered.
{{clr}}
Unscrew the other parts of the broken clips from the airbag cover.
[[File:My2008-dash5.jpg|thumb|left|]]
{{clr}}

'''Unplug airbag'''
Locate the yellow and pink plug on the side of the airbag unit shown in the picture below.
{{clr}}
If removing the plug, you will need to undo the locking tab on the plug before it is removed, this is a little awkward as space is limited. The red arrow in the pictures below shows the location of the locking tab and the circled area is where the plug will be.
{{clr}}
[[File:My2008-dash4.jpg|thumb|left|]]
[[File:My2008-dash3.jpg|thumb|left|]]
{{clr}}
If you are reconnecting the plug, make sure the locking tab is undone before plugging back in then push the tab into place to lock the plug in.

{{clr}}
If you have just disconnected your airbag the next time you start the car up the airbag warning light should be on.
{{clr}}
If you have reconnected your airbag you will have to reset the light. The easiest way to do this is disconnect the battery and leave overnight - '''NOTE, I've just done this and will update to confirm this works!!'''

Airbag Deactivation

2012-04-23T22:48:43Z

Simonarnot: Created page with "These steps assume you have already removed the dashboard as explained here: Remove_MY2008_Dash '''Remove old airbag cover clips''' {{clr}} Using a screwdriver or similar, p..."

These steps assume you have already removed the dashboard as explained here: [[Remove_MY2008_Dash]]

'''Remove old airbag cover clips'''
{{clr}}
Using a screwdriver or similar, push out the broken parts of the airbag cover clips from the dashboard shown in red below. These will fall into the space behind and should be easily recovered.
{{clr}}
Unscrew the other parts of the broken clips from the airbag cover.
[[File:My2008-dash5.jpg|thumb|left|]]
{{clr}}

'''Unplug airbag'''
Locate the yellow and pink plug on the side of the airbag unit shown in the picture below.
{{clr}}
If removing the plug, you will need to undo the locking tab on the plug before it is removed, this is a little awkward as space is limited. The red arrow in the pictures below shows the location of the locking tab and the circled area is where the plug will be.
{{clr}}
[[File:My2008-dash4.jpg|thumb|left|]]
[[File:My2008-dash3.jpg|thumb|left|]]
{{clr}}
If you are reconnecting the plug, make sure the locking tab is undone before plugging back in then push the tab into place to lock the plug in.

{{clr}}
If you have just disconnected your airbag the next time you start the car up the airbag warning light should be on.
{{clr}}
If you have reconnected your airbag you will have to reset the light. The easiest way to do this is disconnect the battery and leave overnight - '''NOTE, I've just done this and will update to confirm this works!!'''

File:My2008-dash5.jpg

2012-04-23T22:47:29Z

Simonarnot: uploaded a new version of "File:My2008-dash5.jpg": Reverted to version as of 21:58, 23 April 2012

File:My2008-dash5.jpg

2012-04-23T22:47:17Z

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Remove MY2008 Dash

2012-04-23T22:32:26Z

Simonarnot: Created page with "These are the steps I took to remove my 2008 Exige S dashboard so I could disable the passenger side airbag. '''Optional: Disconnect battery''' {{clr}} I chose not to disconnect..."

These are the steps I took to remove my 2008 Exige S dashboard so I could disable the passenger side airbag.

'''Optional: Disconnect battery'''
{{clr}}
I chose not to disconnect the battery at first, it isn't essential for removing the dash.

'''Remove airbag cover'''
{{clr}}
Simply pull the airbag cover at the top edge, it will make a snapping noise and you will break the 4 plastic lugs that hold the cover in place. You will need to order replacements before refitting this panel.

'''Remove steering column cover'''
{{clr}}
There are 6 screws on the lower cover that must be undone before removing. There are 2 on either side and 2 underneath.
The lower cover can then be pulled down and away from the steering column.
On cars with traction control (like mine) you will have 2 lots of wires connected to the cover. These can be left but to give yourself more room it is best to disconnect them. Make sure you note which plug is for the trip reset button and which is for the traction control dial.
In this picture the left-hand plug is for traction control, the right is the trip-reset button.
[[[File:My2008-dash12.jpg|thumb|left|]]]

The small plastic upper cover simply lifts up and out.

The upper cover is held on with velcro and metal clips. To remove it, lift the back of the cover up towards the windscreen to detach the velcro. The cover then needs to be pulled towards the back of the car. You will likely lose at least one of the metal clips but these can be retrieved once the dash is off.
[[File:My2008-dash11.jpg|thumb|left|]]
{{clr}}

'''Remove side vents'''
{{clr}}
In the little cubby holes on each side there are 2 screws, undo these then unclip the loose section from the top. On the drivers side this holds all the light/start button wiring, these don't need to be disconnected.
Behind the removed covers are 2 further screws to undo on each side. Once these are undone the vents can be loosened off at the top but pulling rearwards, you don't need to completely remove them just enough to access the dash panel.
[[File:My2008-dash10.jpg|thumb|left|]]
{{clr}}

'''Remove radio'''
{{clr}}
Next the radio can be removed. I chose to remove the radio while it was still mounted in the bracket rather than remove the radio then remove the bracket.
Remove the 3 screws holding the radio in, there are 2 on the driver side, 1 on the airbag side.
[[File:My2008-dash9.jpg|thumb|left|]]
{{clr}}
The radio can then be pulled out, again it doesn't need disconnected or even completely removed if you're happy with it hanging half out of the slot.
{{clr}}

'''Unscrew the dashboard'''
{{clr}}
There are 4 screws on the top of the dash that will now be exposed. 1 at each end under where the side vents were, 1 right in the middle where the vents were and one hidden behind the speedo unit. Unscrew all of these.
[[File:My2008-dash8.jpg|thumb|left|]]
[[File:My2008-dash6.jpg|thumb|left|]]
{{clr}}

'''Remove the dashboard'''
{{clr}}
The dashboard is now almost free to remove. Lift the panel up to expose the speaker wires and disconnect these on both sides.
The dash can then be lifted out. I found it best to lift the passenger side a little first but take it out driver side first to allow it to be lifted over the speedo. You can loosen the speedo unit off to make this easier.
{{clr}}
You should now see something similar to the following picture.
[[File:My2008-dash1.jpg|thumb|left|]]

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2012-04-23T22:01:55Z

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File:My2008-dash12.jpg

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File:My2008-dash11.jpg

2012-04-23T22:00:52Z

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File:My2008-dash9.jpg

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File:My2008-dash6.jpg

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File:My2008-dash5.jpg

2012-04-23T21:58:06Z

Simonarnot: uploaded a new version of "File:My2008-dash5.jpg"

File:My2008-dash5.jpg

2012-04-23T21:57:46Z

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File:My2008-dash4.jpg

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2012-04-23T21:56:16Z

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