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Re: Can I disable the air bag?
Investigation of whom? If you remove the fuses, and later are killed in an
accident while driving the vehicle, would the other driver be charged with manslaughter? "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message news:4836a$44d3b336$48311eaf$13821@FUSE.NET... > If someone is killed in a vehicle where the a safety devices were > intentionally disabled, by removal of the fuses, might well lead to > investigation of manslaughter or perhaps aggravated manslaughter or at the > very least reckless endangerment. > > If you wanted to disable the system you would be wiser to find another > way, some unprovable way, to stop the current flow in that circuit. > > > "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@cox.net> wrote in message > news:oNMAg.109945$iU2.14414@fed1read01... >> Since when is it illegal to drive without airbags? >> >> Pulling both (BOTH!) airbag fuses found behind the glove compartment door >> will disable them. And you can't just pull one or the other since both >> fuses serve as backup to each other, each fuse individually provides >> power for both airbags. >> >> billy ray wrote: >>> Certainly not. >>> >>> Missing fuses would be a dead giveaway that the system was intentionally >>> disabled which might lead to proper legal sanctions and complications. >>> >>> >>> >>> "Troy" <@ .> wrote in message >>> news:goednd9Jm78X8E7ZnZ2dnUVZ_sGdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>> Can't he just take out the airbag fuses? >>>> >>>> Troy >>>> >>>> >>>> "Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message >>>> news:0qGdnWyJufoq1k7ZnZ2dnUVZ_tKdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>> My 2000 TJ came from the factory with an airbag deactivation switch, >>>>> but that's only for the passenger side. >>>>> >>>>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message >>>>> news:GVyAg.12616$Z7.4634@bignews3.bellsouth.net... >>>>>> I have heard that small people can have airbags disabled if it is a >>>>>> safety issue. I believe that a body shop could do it for you. >>>>>> >>>>>> What you should do is check with your local agencies and find out if >>>>>> there are special provisions for your situation >>>>>> >>>>>> Another thing that you should consider is your insurance company's >>>>>> view of this. In the event of a serious accident, you may not be >>>>>> covered if you have disabled the vehicle's safety features without >>>>>> going through the proper channels. >>>>>> >>>>>> I have a friend who is a little bitty gal, if she's four feet tall >>>>>> then she's likely standing on a box. >>>>>> She was in an accident about three weeks ago and the air bags Mike >>>>>> Tyson punched her big time. From the way she looked after the wreck, >>>>>> I think you are definitely thinking on the right direction for your >>>>>> wife. My friend was pretty badly beat up by just the airbags. >>>>>> >>>>>> Hope it all works out for you, and that never needs them. Do stop in >>>>>> and post your experience and any info that you come up with. >>>>>> >>>>>> Kate >>>>>> . >>>>>> >>>>>> "Dennis" <dennis@comcast.net> wrote in message >>>>>> news:meWdncOgvLBdN0_ZnZ2dnUVZ_umdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>>>> My wife drives a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport. She is only 4' 10 " tall >>>>>>> and has to sit really close to the steering wheel. >>>>>>> I've read where people have been severely injured or killed when the >>>>>>> air bag deployed even in minor accidents. >>>>>>> I'm worried that she may be at a higher risk of getting a neck >>>>>>> injury because of her small size. Is there a way to disarm the air >>>>>>> bag system. I've heard that it's illegal to do this but we don't >>>>>>> care. I would rather worry less about her safety. >>>>>>> Please help. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Thanks, >>>>>>> Dennis >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>> >>> >> >> -- >> Jerry Bransford >> PP-ASEL N6TAY >> See the Geezer Jeep at >> http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ > > |
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
I imagine his wife's family would be upset that their daughter died when her
car (It is her car that he wants to disable the airbag on) is in a fatal accident after he disabled the system. "Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message news:eM6dnXk3C5BQFErZnZ2dnUVZ_vednZ2d@comcast.com. .. > Investigation of whom? If you remove the fuses, and later are killed in an > accident while driving the vehicle, would the other driver be charged with > manslaughter? > > "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message > news:4836a$44d3b336$48311eaf$13821@FUSE.NET... >> If someone is killed in a vehicle where the a safety devices were >> intentionally disabled, by removal of the fuses, might well lead to >> investigation of manslaughter or perhaps aggravated manslaughter or at >> the very least reckless endangerment. >> >> If you wanted to disable the system you would be wiser to find another >> way, some unprovable way, to stop the current flow in that circuit. >> >> >> "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@cox.net> wrote in message >> news:oNMAg.109945$iU2.14414@fed1read01... >>> Since when is it illegal to drive without airbags? >>> >>> Pulling both (BOTH!) airbag fuses found behind the glove compartment >>> door will disable them. And you can't just pull one or the other since >>> both fuses serve as backup to each other, each fuse individually >>> provides power for both airbags. >>> >>> billy ray wrote: >>>> Certainly not. >>>> >>>> Missing fuses would be a dead giveaway that the system was >>>> intentionally disabled which might lead to proper legal sanctions and >>>> complications. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> "Troy" <@ .> wrote in message >>>> news:goednd9Jm78X8E7ZnZ2dnUVZ_sGdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>> Can't he just take out the airbag fuses? >>>>> >>>>> Troy >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> "Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message >>>>> news:0qGdnWyJufoq1k7ZnZ2dnUVZ_tKdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>>> My 2000 TJ came from the factory with an airbag deactivation switch, >>>>>> but that's only for the passenger side. >>>>>> >>>>>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message >>>>>> news:GVyAg.12616$Z7.4634@bignews3.bellsouth.net... >>>>>>> I have heard that small people can have airbags disabled if it is a >>>>>>> safety issue. I believe that a body shop could do it for you. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> What you should do is check with your local agencies and find out if >>>>>>> there are special provisions for your situation >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Another thing that you should consider is your insurance company's >>>>>>> view of this. In the event of a serious accident, you may not be >>>>>>> covered if you have disabled the vehicle's safety features without >>>>>>> going through the proper channels. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I have a friend who is a little bitty gal, if she's four feet tall >>>>>>> then she's likely standing on a box. >>>>>>> She was in an accident about three weeks ago and the air bags Mike >>>>>>> Tyson punched her big time. From the way she looked after the wreck, >>>>>>> I think you are definitely thinking on the right direction for your >>>>>>> wife. My friend was pretty badly beat up by just the airbags. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Hope it all works out for you, and that never needs them. Do stop in >>>>>>> and post your experience and any info that you come up with. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Kate >>>>>>> . >>>>>>> >>>>>>> "Dennis" <dennis@comcast.net> wrote in message >>>>>>> news:meWdncOgvLBdN0_ZnZ2dnUVZ_umdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>>>>> My wife drives a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport. She is only 4' 10 " tall >>>>>>>> and has to sit really close to the steering wheel. >>>>>>>> I've read where people have been severely injured or killed when >>>>>>>> the air bag deployed even in minor accidents. >>>>>>>> I'm worried that she may be at a higher risk of getting a neck >>>>>>>> injury because of her small size. Is there a way to disarm the air >>>>>>>> bag system. I've heard that it's illegal to do this but we don't >>>>>>>> care. I would rather worry less about her safety. >>>>>>>> Please help. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thanks, >>>>>>>> Dennis >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >>> -- >>> Jerry Bransford >>> PP-ASEL N6TAY >>> See the Geezer Jeep at >>> http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ >> >> > > |
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
I imagine his wife's family would be upset that their daughter died when her
car (It is her car that he wants to disable the airbag on) is in a fatal accident after he disabled the system. "Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message news:eM6dnXk3C5BQFErZnZ2dnUVZ_vednZ2d@comcast.com. .. > Investigation of whom? If you remove the fuses, and later are killed in an > accident while driving the vehicle, would the other driver be charged with > manslaughter? > > "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message > news:4836a$44d3b336$48311eaf$13821@FUSE.NET... >> If someone is killed in a vehicle where the a safety devices were >> intentionally disabled, by removal of the fuses, might well lead to >> investigation of manslaughter or perhaps aggravated manslaughter or at >> the very least reckless endangerment. >> >> If you wanted to disable the system you would be wiser to find another >> way, some unprovable way, to stop the current flow in that circuit. >> >> >> "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@cox.net> wrote in message >> news:oNMAg.109945$iU2.14414@fed1read01... >>> Since when is it illegal to drive without airbags? >>> >>> Pulling both (BOTH!) airbag fuses found behind the glove compartment >>> door will disable them. And you can't just pull one or the other since >>> both fuses serve as backup to each other, each fuse individually >>> provides power for both airbags. >>> >>> billy ray wrote: >>>> Certainly not. >>>> >>>> Missing fuses would be a dead giveaway that the system was >>>> intentionally disabled which might lead to proper legal sanctions and >>>> complications. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> "Troy" <@ .> wrote in message >>>> news:goednd9Jm78X8E7ZnZ2dnUVZ_sGdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>> Can't he just take out the airbag fuses? >>>>> >>>>> Troy >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> "Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message >>>>> news:0qGdnWyJufoq1k7ZnZ2dnUVZ_tKdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>>> My 2000 TJ came from the factory with an airbag deactivation switch, >>>>>> but that's only for the passenger side. >>>>>> >>>>>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message >>>>>> news:GVyAg.12616$Z7.4634@bignews3.bellsouth.net... >>>>>>> I have heard that small people can have airbags disabled if it is a >>>>>>> safety issue. I believe that a body shop could do it for you. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> What you should do is check with your local agencies and find out if >>>>>>> there are special provisions for your situation >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Another thing that you should consider is your insurance company's >>>>>>> view of this. In the event of a serious accident, you may not be >>>>>>> covered if you have disabled the vehicle's safety features without >>>>>>> going through the proper channels. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I have a friend who is a little bitty gal, if she's four feet tall >>>>>>> then she's likely standing on a box. >>>>>>> She was in an accident about three weeks ago and the air bags Mike >>>>>>> Tyson punched her big time. From the way she looked after the wreck, >>>>>>> I think you are definitely thinking on the right direction for your >>>>>>> wife. My friend was pretty badly beat up by just the airbags. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Hope it all works out for you, and that never needs them. Do stop in >>>>>>> and post your experience and any info that you come up with. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Kate >>>>>>> . >>>>>>> >>>>>>> "Dennis" <dennis@comcast.net> wrote in message >>>>>>> news:meWdncOgvLBdN0_ZnZ2dnUVZ_umdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>>>>> My wife drives a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport. She is only 4' 10 " tall >>>>>>>> and has to sit really close to the steering wheel. >>>>>>>> I've read where people have been severely injured or killed when >>>>>>>> the air bag deployed even in minor accidents. >>>>>>>> I'm worried that she may be at a higher risk of getting a neck >>>>>>>> injury because of her small size. Is there a way to disarm the air >>>>>>>> bag system. I've heard that it's illegal to do this but we don't >>>>>>>> care. I would rather worry less about her safety. >>>>>>>> Please help. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thanks, >>>>>>>> Dennis >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >>> -- >>> Jerry Bransford >>> PP-ASEL N6TAY >>> See the Geezer Jeep at >>> http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ >> >> > > |
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
I imagine his wife's family would be upset that their daughter died when her
car (It is her car that he wants to disable the airbag on) is in a fatal accident after he disabled the system. "Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message news:eM6dnXk3C5BQFErZnZ2dnUVZ_vednZ2d@comcast.com. .. > Investigation of whom? If you remove the fuses, and later are killed in an > accident while driving the vehicle, would the other driver be charged with > manslaughter? > > "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message > news:4836a$44d3b336$48311eaf$13821@FUSE.NET... >> If someone is killed in a vehicle where the a safety devices were >> intentionally disabled, by removal of the fuses, might well lead to >> investigation of manslaughter or perhaps aggravated manslaughter or at >> the very least reckless endangerment. >> >> If you wanted to disable the system you would be wiser to find another >> way, some unprovable way, to stop the current flow in that circuit. >> >> >> "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@cox.net> wrote in message >> news:oNMAg.109945$iU2.14414@fed1read01... >>> Since when is it illegal to drive without airbags? >>> >>> Pulling both (BOTH!) airbag fuses found behind the glove compartment >>> door will disable them. And you can't just pull one or the other since >>> both fuses serve as backup to each other, each fuse individually >>> provides power for both airbags. >>> >>> billy ray wrote: >>>> Certainly not. >>>> >>>> Missing fuses would be a dead giveaway that the system was >>>> intentionally disabled which might lead to proper legal sanctions and >>>> complications. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> "Troy" <@ .> wrote in message >>>> news:goednd9Jm78X8E7ZnZ2dnUVZ_sGdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>> Can't he just take out the airbag fuses? >>>>> >>>>> Troy >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> "Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message >>>>> news:0qGdnWyJufoq1k7ZnZ2dnUVZ_tKdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>>> My 2000 TJ came from the factory with an airbag deactivation switch, >>>>>> but that's only for the passenger side. >>>>>> >>>>>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message >>>>>> news:GVyAg.12616$Z7.4634@bignews3.bellsouth.net... >>>>>>> I have heard that small people can have airbags disabled if it is a >>>>>>> safety issue. I believe that a body shop could do it for you. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> What you should do is check with your local agencies and find out if >>>>>>> there are special provisions for your situation >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Another thing that you should consider is your insurance company's >>>>>>> view of this. In the event of a serious accident, you may not be >>>>>>> covered if you have disabled the vehicle's safety features without >>>>>>> going through the proper channels. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I have a friend who is a little bitty gal, if she's four feet tall >>>>>>> then she's likely standing on a box. >>>>>>> She was in an accident about three weeks ago and the air bags Mike >>>>>>> Tyson punched her big time. From the way she looked after the wreck, >>>>>>> I think you are definitely thinking on the right direction for your >>>>>>> wife. My friend was pretty badly beat up by just the airbags. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Hope it all works out for you, and that never needs them. Do stop in >>>>>>> and post your experience and any info that you come up with. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Kate >>>>>>> . >>>>>>> >>>>>>> "Dennis" <dennis@comcast.net> wrote in message >>>>>>> news:meWdncOgvLBdN0_ZnZ2dnUVZ_umdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>>>>> My wife drives a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport. She is only 4' 10 " tall >>>>>>>> and has to sit really close to the steering wheel. >>>>>>>> I've read where people have been severely injured or killed when >>>>>>>> the air bag deployed even in minor accidents. >>>>>>>> I'm worried that she may be at a higher risk of getting a neck >>>>>>>> injury because of her small size. Is there a way to disarm the air >>>>>>>> bag system. I've heard that it's illegal to do this but we don't >>>>>>>> care. I would rather worry less about her safety. >>>>>>>> Please help. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thanks, >>>>>>>> Dennis >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >>> -- >>> Jerry Bransford >>> PP-ASEL N6TAY >>> See the Geezer Jeep at >>> http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ >> >> > > |
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
I imagine his wife's family would be upset that their daughter died when her
car (It is her car that he wants to disable the airbag on) is in a fatal accident after he disabled the system. "Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message news:eM6dnXk3C5BQFErZnZ2dnUVZ_vednZ2d@comcast.com. .. > Investigation of whom? If you remove the fuses, and later are killed in an > accident while driving the vehicle, would the other driver be charged with > manslaughter? > > "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message > news:4836a$44d3b336$48311eaf$13821@FUSE.NET... >> If someone is killed in a vehicle where the a safety devices were >> intentionally disabled, by removal of the fuses, might well lead to >> investigation of manslaughter or perhaps aggravated manslaughter or at >> the very least reckless endangerment. >> >> If you wanted to disable the system you would be wiser to find another >> way, some unprovable way, to stop the current flow in that circuit. >> >> >> "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@cox.net> wrote in message >> news:oNMAg.109945$iU2.14414@fed1read01... >>> Since when is it illegal to drive without airbags? >>> >>> Pulling both (BOTH!) airbag fuses found behind the glove compartment >>> door will disable them. And you can't just pull one or the other since >>> both fuses serve as backup to each other, each fuse individually >>> provides power for both airbags. >>> >>> billy ray wrote: >>>> Certainly not. >>>> >>>> Missing fuses would be a dead giveaway that the system was >>>> intentionally disabled which might lead to proper legal sanctions and >>>> complications. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> "Troy" <@ .> wrote in message >>>> news:goednd9Jm78X8E7ZnZ2dnUVZ_sGdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>> Can't he just take out the airbag fuses? >>>>> >>>>> Troy >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> "Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message >>>>> news:0qGdnWyJufoq1k7ZnZ2dnUVZ_tKdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>>> My 2000 TJ came from the factory with an airbag deactivation switch, >>>>>> but that's only for the passenger side. >>>>>> >>>>>> "Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message >>>>>> news:GVyAg.12616$Z7.4634@bignews3.bellsouth.net... >>>>>>> I have heard that small people can have airbags disabled if it is a >>>>>>> safety issue. I believe that a body shop could do it for you. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> What you should do is check with your local agencies and find out if >>>>>>> there are special provisions for your situation >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Another thing that you should consider is your insurance company's >>>>>>> view of this. In the event of a serious accident, you may not be >>>>>>> covered if you have disabled the vehicle's safety features without >>>>>>> going through the proper channels. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I have a friend who is a little bitty gal, if she's four feet tall >>>>>>> then she's likely standing on a box. >>>>>>> She was in an accident about three weeks ago and the air bags Mike >>>>>>> Tyson punched her big time. From the way she looked after the wreck, >>>>>>> I think you are definitely thinking on the right direction for your >>>>>>> wife. My friend was pretty badly beat up by just the airbags. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Hope it all works out for you, and that never needs them. Do stop in >>>>>>> and post your experience and any info that you come up with. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Kate >>>>>>> . >>>>>>> >>>>>>> "Dennis" <dennis@comcast.net> wrote in message >>>>>>> news:meWdncOgvLBdN0_ZnZ2dnUVZ_umdnZ2d@comcast.com. .. >>>>>>>> My wife drives a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport. She is only 4' 10 " tall >>>>>>>> and has to sit really close to the steering wheel. >>>>>>>> I've read where people have been severely injured or killed when >>>>>>>> the air bag deployed even in minor accidents. >>>>>>>> I'm worried that she may be at a higher risk of getting a neck >>>>>>>> injury because of her small size. Is there a way to disarm the air >>>>>>>> bag system. I've heard that it's illegal to do this but we don't >>>>>>>> care. I would rather worry less about her safety. >>>>>>>> Please help. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thanks, >>>>>>>> Dennis >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >>> -- >>> Jerry Bransford >>> PP-ASEL N6TAY >>> See the Geezer Jeep at >>> http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ >> >> > > |
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
I know this is late but being an Insurance guy:
I don't know about other states but in the state of PA there is a process for legally doing what the OP is asking 1. go to a dealer and tell them you want to install a disable switch 2. fill out a form that goes to the state informing them of your decision to so 3. call your insurance company and let them know what you have done The insurance company that I work for would just remove the passive restraint discount (30% for us) |
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
I know this is late but being an Insurance guy:
I don't know about other states but in the state of PA there is a process for legally doing what the OP is asking 1. go to a dealer and tell them you want to install a disable switch 2. fill out a form that goes to the state informing them of your decision to so 3. call your insurance company and let them know what you have done The insurance company that I work for would just remove the passive restraint discount (30% for us) |
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
I know this is late but being an Insurance guy:
I don't know about other states but in the state of PA there is a process for legally doing what the OP is asking 1. go to a dealer and tell them you want to install a disable switch 2. fill out a form that goes to the state informing them of your decision to so 3. call your insurance company and let them know what you have done The insurance company that I work for would just remove the passive restraint discount (30% for us) |
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
I know this is late but being an Insurance guy:
I don't know about other states but in the state of PA there is a process for legally doing what the OP is asking 1. go to a dealer and tell them you want to install a disable switch 2. fill out a form that goes to the state informing them of your decision to so 3. call your insurance company and let them know what you have done The insurance company that I work for would just remove the passive restraint discount (30% for us) |
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
Or you could invert it: He knew that she sits too close to the airbag, which presents a hazard to her. If he didn't disconnect it and she was killed by the airbag... Damned if you do, damned if you don't. billy ray wrote: > I imagine his wife's family would be upset that their daughter died when her > car (It is her car that he wants to disable the airbag on) is in a fatal > accident after he disabled the system. > > "Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message > news:eM6dnXk3C5BQFErZnZ2dnUVZ_vednZ2d@comcast.com. .. > >>Investigation of whom? If you remove the fuses, and later are killed in an >>accident while driving the vehicle, would the other driver be charged with >>manslaughter? >> >>"billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message >>news:4836a$44d3b336$48311eaf$13821@FUSE.NET... >> >>>If someone is killed in a vehicle where the a safety devices were >>>intentionally disabled, by removal of the fuses, might well lead to >>>investigation of manslaughter or perhaps aggravated manslaughter or at >>>the very least reckless endangerment. >>> >>>If you wanted to disable the system you would be wiser to find another >>>way, some unprovable way, to stop the current flow in that circuit. >>> >>> >>>"Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@cox.net> wrote in message >>>news:oNMAg.109945$iU2.14414@fed1read01... >>> >>>>Since when is it illegal to drive without airbags? >>>> >>>>Pulling both (BOTH!) airbag fuses found behind the glove compartment >>>>door will disable them. And you can't just pull one or the other since >>>>both fuses serve as backup to each other, each fuse individually >>>>provides power for both airbags. >>>> >>>>billy ray wrote: >>>> >>>>>Certainly not. >>>>> >>>>>Missing fuses would be a dead giveaway that the system was >>>>>intentionally disabled which might lead to proper legal sanctions and >>>>>complications. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>>"Troy" <@ .> wrote in message >>>>>news:goednd9Jm78X8E7ZnZ2dnUVZ_sGdnZ2d@comcast .com... >>>>> >>>>>>Can't he just take out the airbag fuses? >>>>>> >>>>>>Troy >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>>"Matt Macchiarolo" <matt@nospamplease.com> wrote in message >>>>>>news:0qGdnWyJufoq1k7ZnZ2dnUVZ_tKdnZ2d@comcas t.com... >>>>>> >>>>>>>My 2000 TJ came from the factory with an airbag deactivation switch, >>>>>>>but that's only for the passenger side. >>>>>>> >>>>>>>"Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message >>>>>>>news:GVyAg.12616$Z7.4634@bignews3.bellsouth .net... >>>>>>> >>>>>>>>I have heard that small people can have airbags disabled if it is a >>>>>>>>safety issue. I believe that a body shop could do it for you. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>What you should do is check with your local agencies and find out if >>>>>>>>there are special provisions for your situation >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>Another thing that you should consider is your insurance company's >>>>>>>>view of this. In the event of a serious accident, you may not be >>>>>>>>covered if you have disabled the vehicle's safety features without >>>>>>>>going through the proper channels. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>I have a friend who is a little bitty gal, if she's four feet tall >>>>>>>>then she's likely standing on a box. >>>>>>>>She was in an accident about three weeks ago and the air bags Mike >>>>>>>>Tyson punched her big time. From the way she looked after the wreck, >>>>>>>>I think you are definitely thinking on the right direction for your >>>>>>>>wife. My friend was pretty badly beat up by just the airbags. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>Hope it all works out for you, and that never needs them. Do stop in >>>>>>>>and post your experience and any info that you come up with. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>Kate >>>>>>>>. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>"Dennis" <dennis@comcast.net> wrote in message >>>>>>>>news:meWdncOgvLBdN0_ZnZ2dnUVZ_umdnZ2d@comc ast.com... >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>My wife drives a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport. She is only 4' 10 " tall >>>>>>>>>and has to sit really close to the steering wheel. >>>>>>>>>I've read where people have been severely injured or killed when >>>>>>>>>the air bag deployed even in minor accidents. >>>>>>>>>I'm worried that she may be at a higher risk of getting a neck >>>>>>>>>injury because of her small size. Is there a way to disarm the air >>>>>>>>>bag system. I've heard that it's illegal to do this but we don't >>>>>>>>>care. I would rather worry less about her safety. >>>>>>>>>Please help. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>Thanks, >>>>>>>>>Dennis >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>> >>>>-- >>>>Jerry Bransford >>>>PP-ASEL N6TAY >>>>See the Geezer Jeep at >>>>http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ >>> >>> >> > > -- This website supports what I thought would be true, So It Must Be (tm).” David Winsemius willingly creates an anti-motto at room temperature in AFU Labs. |
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