Guide - How to disable the seat belt warning on an Octavia MK1

Goochie · 22-03-2006, 09:16

Many owners find the "bing-bong" seat belt reminder very annoying and wish to disable it.

Whilst it is possible to disable the warning light using VAG-COM software it is not possible to simply turn of the noise.

WARNING: It is not known if the following procedure will effect the performance of secondary restraint systems and airbags in the event of an accident. Never drive without a seatbelt except in circumstances permitted by the law.

1) Raise the seat to its maximum height, following the instructions in the owners' hand book

2) Open the rear door of the vehicle and look under the front seat from the rear footwell.

3) You will see a cable loom going under the seat and connecting to the base of the seat belt harness.

4) Disconnect the loom

5) The warning chime should now be disabled.

gilesk · 21-09-2006, 11:17

Hi,

Is this just for the Mk1? also is it knon yet if it has any adverse effects on the other safety features? Would love to stop the Boing! Cheers.

**TaviaRS** · 21-09-2006, 11:20

There is a safer way:

1. Open door
2. Get in and sit down.
3. Put seatbelt on.
4. Key in ignition and switch on

No annoying bonks

gilesk · 21-09-2006, 11:29

I know mate, its just that when I get in I usually turn on the ignition before I put the belt on, gives it a few seconds to settle.

HongKongPhooey · 21-09-2006, 11:51

Quote:

Originally Posted by TaviaRS

There is a safer way:

1. Open door
2. Get in and sit down.
3. Put seatbelt on.
4. Key in ignition and switch on

No annoying bonks

**goes to get tissues to wipe lunch from monitor**

Goochie · 21-09-2006, 12:09

In a recent accident involving the Octavia of a Briskoda member, the passenger seat was empty yet both airbags went off. This could indicate that airbags are deployed regardless of seatbelt status.

cheezemonkhai · 23-09-2006, 04:21

I get the bongs, but have got used to ignoring them.

It's habbit, get in car turn ignition, put seat belt on while waiting for glow plugs (used to be 15 seconds on some cars) then stat

22-03-2006, 09:16	#1
Goochie Wheres my coat? Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,284 Thanks: 7 Thanked 23 Times in 21 Posts	Guide - How to disable the seat belt warning on an Octavia MK1 Many owners find the "bing-bong" seat belt reminder very annoying and wish to disable it. Whilst it is possible to disable the warning light using VAG-COM software it is not possible to simply turn of the noise. WARNING: It is not known if the following procedure will effect the performance of secondary restraint systems and airbags in the event of an accident. Never drive without a seatbelt except in circumstances permitted by the law. 1) Raise the seat to its maximum height, following the instructions in the owners' hand book 2) Open the rear door of the vehicle and look under the front seat from the rear footwell. 3) You will see a cable loom going under the seat and connecting to the base of the seat belt harness. 4) Disconnect the loom 5) The warning chime should now be disabled.

21-09-2006, 11:17	#2
gilesk MadridBriskodia Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 948 Thanks: 16 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Guide - How to disable the seat belt warning on an Octavia MK1 Hi, Is this just for the Mk1? also is it knon yet if it has any adverse effects on the other safety features? Would love to stop the Boing! Cheers. __________________ who'd have thought it eh?

21-09-2006, 11:20	#3
TaviaRS Dinosaur Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: North of the Watford Gap Posts: 14,897 Thanks: 19 Thanked 42 Times in 38 Posts	Re: Guide - How to disable the seat belt warning on an Octavia MK1 There is a safer way: 1. Open door 2. Get in and sit down. 3. Put seatbelt on. 4. Key in ignition and switch on No annoying bonks __________________ A jolly sensible Mercedes E class saloon in a rather fetching bluey grey colour. No it isn't fast, no it isn't modded, and yes, it will still eat your Fabia for breakfast. Official mobile chicane for Briskoda trackdays

21-09-2006, 11:29	#4
gilesk MadridBriskodia Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 948 Thanks: 16 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Guide - How to disable the seat belt warning on an Octavia MK1 I know mate, its just that when I get in I usually turn on the ignition before I put the belt on, gives it a few seconds to settle. __________________ who'd have thought it eh?

21-09-2006, 12:09	#6
Goochie Wheres my coat? Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,284 Thanks: 7 Thanked 23 Times in 21 Posts	Re: Guide - How to disable the seat belt warning on an Octavia MK1 In a recent accident involving the Octavia of a Briskoda member, the passenger seat was empty yet both airbags went off. This could indicate that airbags are deployed regardless of seatbelt status.

23-09-2006, 04:21	#7
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 13,146 Thanks: 60 Thanked 306 Times in 282 Posts	Re: Guide - How to disable the seat belt warning on an Octavia MK1 I get the bongs, but have got used to ignoring them. It's habbit, get in car turn ignition, put seat belt on while waiting for glow plugs (used to be 15 seconds on some cars) then stat __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

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