Can I disable the air bag?
08-04-2006, 09:29 AM
#11
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Re: Can I disable the air bag?
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$Z7.4634@bignews3.bellsouth.net...
>I have heard that small people can have airbags disabled if it is a safety
>issue. I believe that a body shop could do it for you.
>
> What you should do is check with your local agencies and find out if there
> are special provisions for your situation
>
> Another thing that you should consider is your insurance company's view of
> this. In the event of a serious accident, you may not be covered if you
> have disabled the vehicle's safety features without going through the
> proper channels.
>
> I have a friend who is a little bitty gal, if she's four feet tall then
> she's likely standing on a box.
> She was in an accident about three weeks ago and the air bags Mike Tyson
> punched her big time. From the way she looked after the wreck, I think you
> are definitely thinking on the right direction for your wife. My friend
> was pretty badly beat up by just the airbags.
>
> Hope it all works out for you, and that never needs them. Do stop in and
> post your experience and any info that you come up with.
>
> Kate
> .
>
> "Dennis" <dennis@comcast.net> wrote in message
> news:meWdncOgvLBdN0_ZnZ2dnUVZ_umdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>> My wife drives a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport. She is only 4' 10 " tall and
>> has to sit really close to the steering wheel.
>> I've read where people have been severely injured or killed when the air
>> bag deployed even in minor accidents.
>> I'm worried that she may be at a higher risk of getting a neck injury
>> because of her small size. Is there a way to disarm the air bag system.
>> I've heard that it's illegal to do this but we don't care. I would rather
>> worry less about her safety.
>> Please help.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Dennis
>>
>
>
that's only for the passenger side.
"Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
news:GVyAg.12616$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
>>
>
>
08-04-2006, 09:29 AM
#12
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Re: Can I disable the air bag?
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$Z7.4634@bignews3.bellsouth.net...
>I have heard that small people can have airbags disabled if it is a safety
>issue. I believe that a body shop could do it for you.
>
> What you should do is check with your local agencies and find out if there
> are special provisions for your situation
>
> Another thing that you should consider is your insurance company's view of
> this. In the event of a serious accident, you may not be covered if you
> have disabled the vehicle's safety features without going through the
> proper channels.
>
> I have a friend who is a little bitty gal, if she's four feet tall then
> she's likely standing on a box.
> She was in an accident about three weeks ago and the air bags Mike Tyson
> punched her big time. From the way she looked after the wreck, I think you
> are definitely thinking on the right direction for your wife. My friend
> was pretty badly beat up by just the airbags.
>
> Hope it all works out for you, and that never needs them. Do stop in and
> post your experience and any info that you come up with.
>
> Kate
> .
>
> "Dennis" <dennis@comcast.net> wrote in message
> news:meWdncOgvLBdN0_ZnZ2dnUVZ_umdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>> My wife drives a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport. She is only 4' 10 " tall and
>> has to sit really close to the steering wheel.
>> I've read where people have been severely injured or killed when the air
>> bag deployed even in minor accidents.
>> I'm worried that she may be at a higher risk of getting a neck injury
>> because of her small size. Is there a way to disarm the air bag system.
>> I've heard that it's illegal to do this but we don't care. I would rather
>> worry less about her safety.
>> Please help.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Dennis
>>
>
>
that's only for the passenger side.
"Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
news:GVyAg.12616$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
>>
>
>
08-04-2006, 09:29 AM
#13
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Posts: n/a
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
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$Z7.4634@bignews3.bellsouth.net...
>I have heard that small people can have airbags disabled if it is a safety
>issue. I believe that a body shop could do it for you.
>
> What you should do is check with your local agencies and find out if there
> are special provisions for your situation
>
> Another thing that you should consider is your insurance company's view of
> this. In the event of a serious accident, you may not be covered if you
> have disabled the vehicle's safety features without going through the
> proper channels.
>
> I have a friend who is a little bitty gal, if she's four feet tall then
> she's likely standing on a box.
> She was in an accident about three weeks ago and the air bags Mike Tyson
> punched her big time. From the way she looked after the wreck, I think you
> are definitely thinking on the right direction for your wife. My friend
> was pretty badly beat up by just the airbags.
>
> Hope it all works out for you, and that never needs them. Do stop in and
> post your experience and any info that you come up with.
>
> Kate
> .
>
> "Dennis" <dennis@comcast.net> wrote in message
> news:meWdncOgvLBdN0_ZnZ2dnUVZ_umdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>> My wife drives a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport. She is only 4' 10 " tall and
>> has to sit really close to the steering wheel.
>> I've read where people have been severely injured or killed when the air
>> bag deployed even in minor accidents.
>> I'm worried that she may be at a higher risk of getting a neck injury
>> because of her small size. Is there a way to disarm the air bag system.
>> I've heard that it's illegal to do this but we don't care. I would rather
>> worry less about her safety.
>> Please help.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Dennis
>>
>
>
that's only for the passenger side.
"Kate" <svtkate@spam.filter.selby.ws> wrote in message
news:GVyAg.12616$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
>>
>
>
08-04-2006, 11:49 AM
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Re: Can I disable the air bag?
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
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
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
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
08-04-2006, 11:49 AM
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Re: Can I disable the air bag?
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
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
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
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
08-04-2006, 11:49 AM
#16
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Re: Can I disable the air bag?
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
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
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
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
08-04-2006, 11:49 AM
#17
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Re: Can I disable the air bag?
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
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
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
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
08-04-2006, 02:20 PM
#18
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
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
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
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
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
08-04-2006, 02:20 PM
#19
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
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
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
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
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
08-04-2006, 02:20 PM
#20
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: Can I disable the air bag?
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
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
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
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
