Airbag cover

[<RaBBiT>]

hey my passenger airbag cover has poped up a tad, now i know this is a common problem so i was just wondering how to fix it cos holden has quoted me $800 to fix it, i have tired leaving my car in the sun then placing bricks on top but it don't really seem to work, would using glue be a gd idea?

[Haydz]

. hmm wouldnt suggest glue as that could stop the deployment of the airbag. correctly.i suggest getting a dashmat to cover it? saves 800 dollars.

[R0d]

. hmm wouldnt suggest glue as that could stop the deployment of the airbag. correctly.i suggest getting a dashmat to cover it? saves 800 dollars.

thats what i did, just ripped the cover off and put a mat over it and know you cant even see it

[<RaBBiT>]

i would to but also been told i can't put a dash mat because its poped up

[XTC16]

The idea of the dashmat with the AirBag models is that they have a cutout to make sure the air bag deploys properly.

I am having the same issue Rabbit and i know that every one you can find at the wreckers has the same problem ...

[<RaBBiT>]

yeah okay but when it comes down to it i don't really like dash mats

[<RaBBiT>]

sucks hey iam tempted to just fork over the dosh to fix it,

[dufus]

A new cover for the passenger side airbag costs about $160 direct from Holden and it will take a couple of hours to fit as the dash has to be removed to fit the new cover. If I was you I would ring around for some more prices because $800 seems a little steep.

[<RaBBiT>]

i know hey
thats wat holden told me too, they need to remove the dash wat not to get to the cover, were else is there to go?? in sa

[XTC16]

That's why i am checking the legalities to wether or not i can remove the aibag and stick and xbox or something in there and make a lidded compartment

[dufus]

i know hey
thats wat holden told me too, they need to remove the dash wat not to get to the cover, were else is there to go?? in sa

Any mechanic should be able to fit a new cover for you and I imagine it would be much cheaper than Holden. I cannot recommend a good mechanic in the Adelaide area though because im from the country.

[<RaBBiT>]

That's why i am checking the legalities to wether or not i can remove the aibag and stick and xbox or something in there and make a lidded compartment

ahh kool just like the statemans?

okay thanks i will try caddle crash maybe

[Haydz]

i like the idea of the compartment. i mean seriously 10 year old air bags wouldnt be that good anyway.

[Fletch_QLD]

That's why i am checking the legalities to wether or not i can remove the aibag and stick and xbox or something in there and make a lidded compartment

Unfortunately - not legal, unroadworthy, uninsurable. Sucks but true.

[XTC16]

^^ That is debateable and still something i am looking into.

QLD Trans have so little info available.

I am of the understanding that as they airbag in mine (pass side) and it was not standard OEM equipment, that I may remove it - This is yet to be confirmed in writing.

[Fletch_QLD]

^^ That is debateable and still something i am looking into.

QLD Trans have so little info available.

I am of the understanding that as they airbag in mine (pass side) and it was not standard OEM equipment, that I may remove it - This is yet to be confirmed in writing.

Debate it if you like, but be sure to check your facts b4 you do anything rash. Removing safety feature fitted to a vehicle is illegal - be that airbag on the dash, the steering wheel, disabling abs or any other 'option' provided with a car is just not allowed.

Good to see you are not likely to jump in and do anything rash.

[<RaBBiT>]

sounds kool though hope all works out 4 ya, and i have looked around a bit got a cheaper price of $600 to get it fixed not really much cheaper