HEAD'S UP! - I bought this same kit in Oct 2021 on eBay. I only skimmed the written instructions for my order since I watched the usual high-quality E39Source video and followed those VERBAL instructions faithfully. Turns out the dip switches for the Oct '21 kit for my 2006 E60 are #1-ON, #2-OFF, #3-OFF (not ON, ON, ON per the E39Source video). Pulled my hair out for weeks. Serves me right, "the manufacturer reserves the right to make changes without notice to make lives miserable"!! Love your videos E39Source! Keep up the good work.
It works!!!!! I have been driving my 2008 BMW 528i for 4 years with the lights on. OMG, this is a miracle. I did not even need to reset the code, the lights just went away! Thank you!!!!!
Thank you very much for this video. 3 weeks ago bought my dream car growing up…E60 M5 and 2 weeks later I got this alert on my dashboard. I was so bummed. Done tone of research online and none felt comfortable or convincing. Been watching your videos on your dad’s E60 and have learned a lot about these cars and know your solutions are always the most reliable and appropriate and most trusted. I ordered the part…hopefully it works. Thank you for sharing this video!
Congratulations on your acquisition! The E60 M5 is a maintenance intensive vehicle, but it's worth it if you LOVE it. This is thankfully an 'easy' fix compared to some of the other ones. Good luck!
@@E39Source Absolutely must love the car…it’s high maintenance…but with your videos and others tones to learn how to do things myself..but nothing major like rod bearing! And many thanks for the helpful tips!
FOR THOSE WHO ARE WONDERING YES!!!! YOU DO HAVE TO HAVE THE CODE CLEARED VIA A BMW OBD 2 COMPUTER NOT THE AUTO STORE 20 DOLLAR CHEAP ONES!!!!! ALSO BONUS ADVICE: go to your local salvage/ junk yard and take a knife or blade and just cut out a mat from a same year model car, I personally replaced me e93 (convertible 2011 bmw 328i) with a sensor from an e92 coupe. Mats are able to be used on either passenger or driver, it does NOT matter! Total job cost me 7usd. Got code cleared by random local import shop because it only takes 2 min for them to do it and they'll usually do it to keep you as a customer! So call your local shops to get it cleared free! Screw bypassing it get it legit fixed less than 10usd
Hi. Really detailed video. I’ve been dealing with this situation for about a year. Chimes every time someone is in the passenger seat. Only issue: will this fix work on a 2017 320i? When I go to eBay to buy the kit, it says it’s incompatible - although it wouldn’t be the first time an eBay seller said that when it turned out to be fine. Any ideas?
I've never serviced an F30 before, so I don't have any idea if it would work with that. That car is so new, is there a warranty or recall on this defective part? BMW should make this right for you.
Hey there, i checked under the seat and i already have this installed by the previous owner, checked if the cables aren't loose and all that but everything seems fine, do you think i should let the codes be deleted and see what happens or is there anything else i could do?
Would simply fastening the seatbelt even if no passenger was in the seat combined with the occupancy sensor complete the circuit? Trying to determine if I can avoid the installation of the seatbelt sensor.
I got one off Amazon...the box for the Matt occupied sensor... itself.came with two other additional wires...the ones for seatbelt were same as yours....any idea what these prongs wou connect to?
Question, I have a E92 M3 and i assume the systems is identical and i am planning to install bucket seats. Does the passenager airbag still works if you just code both the occupancy mat and seat belt connection to not active? Or youll have to use the bypass to fool the system to always think there is a pasenger?
The systems are not identical, but they are similar. Do you mean coding those to not active in the airbag module using NCS? I have never attempted that and do not know exactly how that logic works in the module.
Just purchased a 2006 530xi e60 model and I’m having the same issues. Was wondering once I finish setting it up and reconnect the battery will those lights go off automatically or will I still need to code them out?
The standard 5 series actually has a recall for this, BMW will replace the occupancy sensor matt for you. But to answer this question, I think you'll need to reset the lights. If you don't, it might go away after a few days though.
E39Source yeah I’m aware of the recall. I called it in to bmw originally and they rolled me that the owner of the car before me actually took care of the car in 2011. The car has never been in an accident and the other day when I picked my friend up from his house and he sat down in the passenger seat the airbag light and seatbelt light came on the screen. So I figured the bypass would be a good idea.
@@E39Source Can I ask you a quick question? I have fitted both the airbag and seat belt emulators to the passenger seat. I have the yellow plug under each seat. I fitted he red and black wire of the seat belt emulator bypass module to the plug on the passenger seat for the bypass. My drivers seat also has the yellow plug with red and black wire plug identical to passenger side. So can I fit a seat belt simulator module also to the drivers seat aswell? If not why? Thank you
@@thecarguychannel There is no need to install the kit on the driver's seat. If the car is being driven, the airbag module assumes that a driver is present in the seat. There is no occupancy sensor on the driver's seat.
Hey e39source I bought the kit and installed it today but the restrains system malfunction warning still showing despite installing it, I ensured the wire went all the way in for the seat belt and the one for the sensor put in correctly and its blinking blue, what might be the cause of the warning to still show or I need to erase the code, any advice will be highly appreciated.
Connected mine.. checked over. Still no luck. Will try Carly. BUT mine does not have a blinking led it's just plastic where there's supposed to be a light I assume? Took cover off, looks to be legit, but no led diode
Good afternoon sir I followed the instructions you did, but had a issue. I couldn't get the back cover on the back of the yellow tab to come off so I can do the seat belt pins. When you get this please get back to me thanks.
@@E39Source thank you!! Did you have any problems with battery drain? I read something about it but I already mounted mine and when I shut the car down the led on the emulator goes off..so I suppose everything is ok
@@E39Source thank you for your answers :) I already mounted mine and everything is ok regarding battery..no drain at all. Still need to clear the error though
Have an 04 545i with some purple and white wire that's been removed from the plug harness and taped off. Any suggestions to what it is or why it would be unplugged? Thanks in advance.
Used a nearly identical kit for my e60 (same box, different brand label), installed it, cleared codes. Worked for about 90 seconds and the error came back 😑
Sounds like the installation didn't work, check to see that the pins are fully inserted in the proper ports, one of mine didn't click in and cause the kit to initially not work. Once I corrected the problem, it worked and has for 4 years now!
Hey E39source, I have a 528i here in Canada..the passenger buckle was blown as well so I was getting tow error codes..buckle and occupancy sensor. I installed the buckle and did the bypass and seatbelt bypass..the buckle code cleared and so occupancy but it came back on after a couple seconds. Any ideas?
What kind of obd scanner did you use to reset i have just a basics one that clears codes, i installed the kit lights are still on and no codes come up on my reader? Has anyone else ran into this
You need a BMW specific scanner that can scan/reset the airbag module as well. You likely only have one that can communicate with the DME (engine ECU).
@E39Source so I got an advanced scanner it cleared the lights but they came back on a minute later I have all the switches on , on everything is plugged in properly not sure why it hasn't worked
The manufacturer of this product updated the device, and the switch settings from this video are not longer correct for USA vehicles. Read the product description on Ebay to see the correct position of the switches now. After correcting, reset the codes again. @@gkent5146
I know this is two years old but for anyone reading. You can go to a scrap yard and take a mat from a crashed car. Then take the mat to a seat upholstery business and have them fit it without paying 3k to BMW. This isn't as cheap as a bypass but you get a functioning mat. A reason why you would want to do it this way is that the mat actually detects weight. For example if you have a child or child seat in the front the airbag won't deploy in a crash, only if an adult is sitting there. It's an important safety feature in your car
I've read the pinned comment, and i tried that today, but it pulled up another code, and when I switched it back all 3 on that 1 code stays left. I know it works cause it's lit up green led.
E39Source wait you stated that you would disconnect the battery, the negative pole I think to do the passenger seat belt portion of it. What did you disconnect if anything and was there any reprogramming like when the battery is replaced.
If you simply disconnect the negative pole from the battery before starting the job, and then reconnect it after the job, there will be no required coding or programming, and no errors.
Hey guys, check with the dealer about the warranty for this problem. I received a letter yesterday saying that that my 2005 BMW 530i has a warranty for the passenger restraining system, is not a recall but if you have problems with it take it to the dealer and they will fix it for free. If you already fixed it the factory will reimburse your money if you give them the receipt. Good luck.
The current recall doesn't affect the M5 for some reason. The same parts were use don all 5-series models, so I don't understand why the M5 isn't part of it.
It covers some cars and others it does not. I had an 06 e90 with 90k miles they fixed for free(occupancy sensor), yet I have had several newer lower mileage cars, same exact problem(which is a defective item BMW knows is bad engineering)and they will not cover it under a recall. I have two E93's now with this issue. 09 50k and 08 67k. Cars are mint, never wrecked, both occupancy sensors defective.
Very nice video. I ordered from your link. Thank you! Now that I am looking at my seat, I see a two wire connecter at about the same place yours was. No three wire. When I placed my order on eBay, I double checked to make sure it was compatible with my car. (Bmw. 2011 550i) it was.
I set up everything as you advised and I still have the warning. On the device under the seat the blue light flashes but eventually turns off. From the instructions it should stay on. Any advice?
@@E39Source it didn't show up on an app I use on my laptop or the small orange code readers but I'll have my friend come clear it tomorrow. But shouldn't the blue light stay on?
@@damen224 You need an app that can read the airbag module, not the DME. I recommend Carly, ISTA, or INPA. I am not sure about the blue light, I haven't looked at this thing in over 3 years.
Double and triple check the pin location and installation of the pins, if not fully snapped in, they will push out when you put the seat connector back on and cause the module to not work.
There was already one installed when I bought the car so I thought it was faulty so I bought another one. If I take out the front part(red & black wire) and plug it back in the air bag ought will clear for about 30 seconds and cone back on?? Any ideas?
@@duralade8405 I am hearing this quite a bit lately. It sounds like the modules people are buying are bad, or the wiring schematics changed and my instructions don't work anymore. I would reach out to the vendor for support. Good luck!
in the UK the connection is under the seat not in front but the rest is the same. I'm still getting the warning on the screen but the seat belt not on warning is not on. How do I clear the warning on screen?
The UK might have a slightly different setup. Do you have a seatbelt warning? I thought that was just a USA thing. If you still have error codes, check the install. Make sure everything is correct is tight. You can reset the lights with a Carly scanner, INPA, or other diagnostics software. If you don't have any of those, the dealer can do it but it'll cost an hour's labor.
E39Source yes i still have error codes but i havnt tried yet to delete them. I have a Creatdor 310 which i hope will work. UK version is under the seat as i said and i found it easier to unbolt the seat and tip it back as its only 4 bolts.
its attached under the passenger seat from the front. its near the seat pad connector. Its not hidden but i found it easier to unbolt the seat and tip it back. Only 4 bolts. Makes it a lot easier to get to the wires. I dont know how to put pictures on here but i didnt take any.
Why do people think fixing it this way makes the car more unsafe? ALL AIRBAGS WILL ALWAYS DEPLOY WITH THIS FIX IMPLEMENTED! The passenger seat occupancy sensor is NOT a safety feature. If I were to guess, it is simply an example of good old German over-engineering.
Hi sotemot. I'm not a BMW engineer and perhaps you aren't either, so let's be careful and clear in providing advice to others who might actually rely on it. You are correct - installation of a bypass will cause passenger side airbags to deploy in an accident that triggers specific airbag activation sensors. The passenger seat occupancy sensor IS a safety feature, as well as being a feature that can limit repair costs after a minor accident. How is it a safety feature? The occupancy sensor detects whether a passenger is heavy enough/big enough and in the right position to benefit from deployment of the airbag. Alternatively they could be hurt or killed by it. Let's say dad is parked outside a shop waiting for mum to return, with junior standing in the passenger side footwell, leaning on the dash, looking out the window and watching for his mum. Some random idiot comes around the corner too fast and collides with mum or dad's car, hard enough to trigger the front airbags. No one is sitting on the passenger seat, so ordinarily the passenger side airbag would not go off, but because of the bypass it now does. The child is blown out the back window by the airbag and probably killed. The German engineers anticipate that people will use the safety equipment as intended, and maintain it as designed. They also ensure it is deactivated when it isn't needed or could cause harm. People need to understand that bypassing the system will cause the airbags to deploy in circumstances where they can be harmful rather than helpful. Other factors to be considered with a bypass are: dangers arising from placing baby capsules on the passenger seat; and obviating the proper performance of multistage airbags. A bypass is handy for diagnosing a fault. It can also make a light on the dash go away. A bypass is NOT a satisfactory repair to a faulty safety restraint system, regardless of how annoying the bings and warning lights are. Yes, car manufacturers should make more reliable occupancy sensors and ones that are cheaper to replace.
Passenger seat sensor is there so airbag won't go off with rear facing child seats, or basic objects. Airbag can kill children or send objects flying in the car
I would need to study the wiring diagrams and circuits of your European half-electric seats to propose a solution. If you're interested in working with me at my consulting rate, please email me at ryan@e39source.com @@jokujonne5337
I bought the kit, installed the kit. Cleared the airbag fault codes with ista, codes went away for a drive cycle, codes are back next day. Ready to pull my hair out.
Hi sotemot. I'm not a BMW engineer and perhaps you aren't either, so let's be careful and clear in providing advice to others who might actually rely on it. You are correct - installation of a bypass will cause passenger side airbags to deploy in an accident that triggers specific airbag activation sensors. The passenger seat occupancy sensor IS a safety feature, as well as being a feature that can limit repair costs after a minor accident. How is it a safety feature? The occupancy sensor detects whether a passenger is heavy enough/big enough and in the right position to benefit from deployment of the airbag. Alternatively they could be hurt or killed by it. Let's say dad is parked outside a shop waiting for mum to return, with junior standing in the passenger side footwell, leaning on the dash, looking out the window and watching for his mum. Some random idiot comes around the corner too fast and collides with mum or dad's car, hard enough to trigger the front airbags. No one is sitting on the passenger seat, so ordinarily the passenger side airbag would not go off, but because of the bypass it now does. The child is blown out the back window by the airbag and probably killed. The German engineers anticipate that people will use the safety equipment as intended, and maintain it as designed. They also ensure it is deactivated when it isn't needed or could cause harm. People need to understand that bypassing the system will cause the airbags to deploy in circumstances where they can be harmful rather than helpful. Other factors to be considered with a bypass are: dangers arising from placing baby capsules on the passenger seat; and obviating the proper performance of multistage airbags. A bypass is handy for diagnosing a fault. It can also make a light on the dash go away. A bypass is NOT a satisfactory repair to a faulty safety restraint system, regardless of how annoying the bings and warning lights are. Yes, car manufacturers should make more reliable occupancy sensors and ones that are cheaper to replace.
I appreciate this comment and the value within! These are valid points that should be read and considered by anyone considering a bypass. For us, it's the idea solution. Nobody under 20 years old will ever ride in this car. So saving a few thousand dollars was the way to go, for us.
Valden23 comment of the year right here. This should be pinned. Was thinking the same thing. This is an irresponsible way to handle the issue and did not repair the vehicle and made the vehicle unsafe. Hopefully no one else buys this vehicle as it could cost them or a loved one their life by using this bypass method. Most of the time it’s moisture leaking into the vehicle and using a heater will fix it. See th-cam.com/video/XgC5eeuBEOY/w-d-xo.html
They have changed the position of the switches since I made this video. Please refer to the instructions that came with your specific kit on how to align the switches on the device, or visit the Ebay sellers page to determine the proper orientation. After making this correction, you'll again need to re-scan the car, clear the codes, and cycle the key in the ignition.
It’s brilliant until you prang something and both airbags blow , drivers airbag is an easy cheap replace , passenger airbag blows and new dashboard needed
Did not work for my E93. Everything installed correctly and triple checked. The place that sold these on Ebay no longer lists them and they have dozens of negative feedback due to this item.
To ya'll doing this this part most likely has a 15 year unlimited miles extended warranty from BMW. Some models even has a recall. Contact BMW HQ to see what they can do for you!
@@E39Source the recall only covers E60s produced in certain months which of course mine is not. I talked to HQ. They told me they all have extended warranty even if you're not covered by the recall. I had mine deleted but i plugged it back in today. As soon as it throws the code again it's going to the dealer
There are at least two sensors that will need to be 'hacked' to avoid warnings with no passenger seat in the car: the occupancy sensor, and seat belt contact sensor. You will also have codes for no passenger seat control module without the seat installed.
@@Jakejacobsonn Ah, I understand. Well- the car was never designed to be operated with only one seat, so there aren't simple toggles to 'turn off' the other seat. I have not attempted something like this before, but there are likely ways to avoid codes/warnings if you're crafty enough.
@@Jakejacobsonn Wow, thats surprising. I would certainly attempt this method at least to bypass the occupancy sensor, but the belt contact will likely have the same result. Maybe somebody makes a bypass for that too?
E90 uses the same part, but this doesn't work often. I don't know why it works for some and not others, but this particular company has a lot of negative feedback from this item and no longer lists them for sale where I bought mine. Maybe try another brand or something, but waste your money on this with a warning that it did not work for me or many, many others after being installed correctly.
Ya cheap fix like the driver wiper Bering replacement that BMW won't do just replace the hole are at 150£ wen on eBay 10£ for the Bering replacement kit that takes 30 minutes to any one with basi tools and no experience
Anyone have any problems with this,I did it the first time and everything was fine no alarms came on,now a month later seatbelt and airbag light is back on 🙄😡
@@E39Source ya I just did that again disconnect it and put it back on and the alarm is still going off for the seatbelt and airbag,dose it usually go on the divers seat aswell 🤔 the one I fitted was for the passenger seat,now I’m thinking it could be the drivers seat aswell 🤔?
@@bigwon4056 The drivers seat should not need this. Pull the codes to see exactly what the car is unhappy with, it is probably another SRS issue, but unrelated to this passenger's seat occupancy sensor.
@@E39Source I tried it again & the same thing happens nothing LOL I even unplug the harness n connected directing I even disconnected the battery n did a reset with Carly I don't know what else to try.
It is in fact $3,500 vs $45 which is a huge amount of cash, but not for the same result, becouse if You drive alone the passengers airbag will pop out upon accident. Are you sure Sir that there is no aftermarket seating matt installation available? I just cannot believe there are no cheaper options than BMW dealership. If so my apologies.
Why do you care if the passenger airbag deploys with no passenger in the seat? More airbags to replace when repairing? (Pro-tip, old BMWs crashed to that extent will be condemnateed). That's really the only explanation I can find for this system to be there in the first place, it has NOTHING to do with safety...
Awesome post thank you.....Just what I was needing...I was just about ready to rip all those damn airbags out of my car.there freakin dangerous.I'll take my chances as apposed to sitting next to a bomb..but I'm selling this car anyways
Goddammit BMW BMW should bankrupt they deserve it because they make it too many people suffering and lost a lot of money deliberately and when you gonna realize this is already will be late........Goddammit BMW........ Nice video and Good job, it was very interesting. Thank you ////////////////////
HEAD'S UP! - I bought this same kit in Oct 2021 on eBay. I only skimmed the written instructions for my order since I watched the usual high-quality E39Source video and followed those VERBAL instructions faithfully. Turns out the dip switches for the Oct '21 kit for my 2006 E60 are #1-ON, #2-OFF, #3-OFF (not ON, ON, ON per the E39Source video). Pulled my hair out for weeks. Serves me right, "the manufacturer reserves the right to make changes without notice to make lives miserable"!! Love your videos E39Source! Keep up the good work.
This might explain all of the problems people seem to be having recently! I will pin this comment, thanks for the insight!
After six years, this video helped me fix my e61 523i. Great video thank you!
It works!!!!! I have been driving my 2008 BMW 528i for 4 years with the lights on. OMG, this is a miracle. I did not even need to reset the code, the lights just went away!
Thank you!!!!!
Thank you very much for this video. 3 weeks ago bought my dream car growing up…E60 M5 and 2 weeks later I got this alert on my dashboard. I was so bummed. Done tone of research online and none felt comfortable or convincing. Been watching your videos on your dad’s E60 and have learned a lot about these cars and know your solutions are always the most reliable and appropriate and most trusted. I ordered the part…hopefully it works. Thank you for sharing this video!
Congratulations on your acquisition! The E60 M5 is a maintenance intensive vehicle, but it's worth it if you LOVE it. This is thankfully an 'easy' fix compared to some of the other ones. Good luck!
@@E39Source Absolutely must love the car…it’s high maintenance…but with your videos and others tones to learn how to do things myself..but nothing major like rod bearing! And many thanks for the helpful tips!
FOR THOSE WHO ARE WONDERING YES!!!! YOU DO HAVE TO HAVE THE CODE CLEARED VIA A BMW OBD 2 COMPUTER NOT THE AUTO STORE 20 DOLLAR CHEAP ONES!!!!!
ALSO BONUS ADVICE: go to your local salvage/ junk yard and take a knife or blade and just cut out a mat from a same year model car, I personally replaced me e93 (convertible 2011 bmw 328i) with a sensor from an e92 coupe. Mats are able to be used on either passenger or driver, it does NOT matter! Total job cost me 7usd. Got code cleared by random local import shop because it only takes 2 min for them to do it and they'll usually do it to keep you as a customer! So call your local shops to get it cleared free! Screw bypassing it get it legit fixed less than 10usd
Great explanation as to how to install. Thanks so much, saved me thousands.03/20/ 2024
I have a 2005 645ci. Followed video......problem solved !!! THANK YOU
Hi. Really detailed video. I’ve been dealing with this situation for about a year. Chimes every time someone is in the passenger seat. Only issue: will this fix work on a 2017 320i? When I go to eBay to buy the kit, it says it’s incompatible - although it wouldn’t be the first time an eBay seller said that when it turned out to be fine. Any ideas?
I've never serviced an F30 before, so I don't have any idea if it would work with that. That car is so new, is there a warranty or recall on this defective part? BMW should make this right for you.
Anyone did this?? i have a 06 m5 having the same issues should i pull the trigger and try it out???
It's cool that you're still actively replying to comments. I've got a 320i. Would the Carly work for resetting the error after I install everything?
Sorry for the delay on this one! Yes it would
Hi, does error code need to be cleared out after the bypass is installed or will the airbag/seatbelt lights turn off after some driving?
It must be reset.
Hey there, i checked under the seat and i already have this installed by the previous owner, checked if the cables aren't loose and all that but everything seems fine, do you think i should let the codes be deleted and see what happens or is there anything else i could do?
I would clear the codes and see if they return if. If so, check wiring and switch positions.
i made a similar video on doing this bypass for the BST cable passenger restraint error for the e60 only cost a few bucks to do.
Thanks bro, followed video and problem solved!! My 09 e60 now is fine
Would simply fastening the seatbelt even if no passenger was in the seat combined with the occupancy sensor complete the circuit? Trying to determine if I can avoid the installation of the seatbelt sensor.
In our car, having the seatbelt connected or disconnected did not make a difference.
I have a 2004 BMW 530i and this didn’t work for me. Can I get some help with troubleshooting?
Same issue for me, any suggestions @E39Source or anyone else experiencing issues with 2004 BMW 530i?
Did you ever find out what the issue is? I have a 2006 530i.
Do you know if this item will work on a BMW E64 ie 2006 650i
It should work, yes
I got one off Amazon...the box for the Matt occupied sensor... itself.came with two other additional wires...the ones for seatbelt were same as yours....any idea what these prongs wou connect to?
No, did it come with instructions?
Question, I have a E92 M3 and i assume the systems is identical and i am planning to install bucket seats. Does the passenager airbag still works if you just code both the occupancy mat and seat belt connection to not active? Or youll have to use the bypass to fool the system to always think there is a pasenger?
The systems are not identical, but they are similar. Do you mean coding those to not active in the airbag module using NCS? I have never attempted that and do not know exactly how that logic works in the module.
@@E39Source Yes, since i want to keep the 3 point belt system and passanger airbag working with the new seats, I am researching how to do that.
The bypass is probably the way to go.@@Larkc-ty5sz
Just purchased a 2006 530xi e60 model and I’m having the same issues. Was wondering once I finish setting it up and reconnect the battery will those lights go off automatically or will I still need to code them out?
The standard 5 series actually has a recall for this, BMW will replace the occupancy sensor matt for you. But to answer this question, I think you'll need to reset the lights. If you don't, it might go away after a few days though.
E39Source yeah I’m aware of the recall. I called it in to bmw originally and they rolled me that the owner of the car before me actually took care of the car in 2011. The car has never been in an accident and the other day when I picked my friend up from his house and he sat down in the passenger seat the airbag light and seatbelt light came on the screen. So I figured the bypass would be a good idea.
I would let BMW take a look at it though, if the second matt has gone bad already, they should replace it again!
Hey great video. I can’t find a kit for a 3 series is it the same. Sorry if you have answered this. We have a 328i 2012
I am unsure what other kits the company offers. I would reach out to them about E9x 3-series compatibility.
I HAVE THE E60 530I 06 AND THIS WORKED PERFECT, THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE VIDEO
How is goin now ?
To be honest thank you for this video! I have a 3 series but this will hopefully help now I just have to find the part
Do you have to put the matt/seat belt occupancy sensor bypass plug on both driver and passenger side? Thank you
Only the passenger seat has an occupancy sensor. If the car is being drive, it's safe to assume the driver's seat is occupied.
@@E39Source Thank you so much for clarifying it for me 👍
@@E39Source Can I ask you a quick question? I have fitted both the airbag and seat belt emulators to the passenger seat. I have the yellow plug under each seat. I fitted he red and black wire of the seat belt emulator bypass module to the plug on the passenger seat for the bypass. My drivers seat also has the yellow plug with red and black wire plug identical to passenger side. So can I fit a seat belt simulator module also to the drivers seat aswell? If not why? Thank you
@@thecarguychannel There is no need to install the kit on the driver's seat. If the car is being driven, the airbag module assumes that a driver is present in the seat. There is no occupancy sensor on the driver's seat.
Hey e39source I bought the kit and installed it today but the restrains system malfunction warning still showing despite installing it, I ensured the wire went all the way in for the seat belt and the one for the sensor put in correctly and its blinking blue, what might be the cause of the warning to still show or I need to erase the code, any advice will be highly appreciated.
The code will need to be reset for the message to go away, assuming the bypass is working. I'd recommend the Carly to do this. @t
@@E39Source thanks I will reset then let you know I appreciate it
Connected mine.. checked over. Still no luck. Will try Carly. BUT mine does not have a blinking led it's just plastic where there's supposed to be a light I assume? Took cover off, looks to be legit, but no led diode
alex pelto Where is there supposed to be an LED?
Good afternoon sir I followed the instructions you did, but had a issue. I couldn't get the back cover on the back of the yellow tab to come off so I can do the seat belt pins. When you get this please get back to me thanks.
Please reference 6:43 in the video. Depress the tabs (one on each side if I remember correctly) and it will slide off.
I installed the kit everything seems to be plugged in fine and the lights still won't go away any explanation?
Does this work on a 2006 325i e90
Hey man after installing this would I need some type of software to delete codes or would “passenger restraint system malfunction” error just clear?
You need to clear them.
Thnks 4 tip, I tried, but my bmw it has major battery drain since collision and airbags deployed, even with car turned off. Any suggestions.
That could be anything, you should have it inspected by professionals.
How did you put everything back into the yellow harness?
The same way it came apart
What's the name of the company you got those parts from. I am.having d same problem with my '05 545i. Thanks!
Cygnetic.
Hi ive put both by pass sensors in and airbag light and seat belt light is stil on. Also had it plugged in and its saying no codes
If properly installed, you should be able to reset the codes and have he lights disappear after re-starting the vehicle.
How is it holding up? Bought one today for an e90, now they recommend the pins all the way down
Still working great!
@@E39Source thank you!! Did you have any problems with battery drain? I read something about it but I already mounted mine and when I shut the car down the led on the emulator goes off..so I suppose everything is ok
@@tiagodvt No problems with battery drain
@@E39Source thank you for your answers :) I already mounted mine and everything is ok regarding battery..no drain at all. Still need to clear the error though
So what did you do with the black and red wires which u removed from the connector in order to connect the bypass?
Leave them loose
Awesome tutorial, thank you very much for explaining how this works. Cheers!
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Thank You so much 👍🏼I’ve had the stupid lights for over a year now and it’s annoying
did it work?
Please tell where I can get the kit
The link to the kit is in the video description.
Have an 04 545i with some purple and white wire that's been removed from the plug harness and taped off. Any suggestions to what it is or why it would be unplugged? Thanks in advance.
Not sure why someone would have done that, maybe they were trying a bypass that way?
I just ordered the bypass kit for my e60 and I’m pretty confident from the video that this should work! Fingers crossed
@A you can also code it out from sblr module which more safer imo. I personally do not trust emulators.
@@Bemaritohtori how do you do that?.
Did work ?
Will this fit a 2004 530i e60 ?
I would expect it to
I can’t find the link for the kit in the comments
Could you add or explain where I can find it 😊👍
The link to the product is in the video description.
Used a nearly identical kit for my e60 (same box, different brand label), installed it, cleared codes. Worked for about 90 seconds and the error came back 😑
Sounds like the installation didn't work, check to see that the pins are fully inserted in the proper ports, one of mine didn't click in and cause the kit to initially not work. Once I corrected the problem, it worked and has for 4 years now!
Hey E39source, I have a 528i here in Canada..the passenger buckle was blown as well so I was getting tow error codes..buckle and occupancy sensor. I installed the buckle and did the bypass and seatbelt bypass..the buckle code cleared and so occupancy but it came back on after a couple seconds. Any ideas?
The occupancy sensor cleared as well but came back on after a couple seconds
@@vanboy20078 Check the connections/pinning
What kind of obd scanner did you use to reset i have just a basics one that clears codes, i installed the kit lights are still on and no codes come up on my reader? Has anyone else ran into this
You need a BMW specific scanner that can scan/reset the airbag module as well. You likely only have one that can communicate with the DME (engine ECU).
@E39Source so I got an advanced scanner it cleared the lights but they came back on a minute later I have all the switches on , on everything is plugged in properly not sure why it hasn't worked
The manufacturer of this product updated the device, and the switch settings from this video are not longer correct for USA vehicles. Read the product description on Ebay to see the correct position of the switches now. After correcting, reset the codes again. @@gkent5146
You should make a quick video of how to reset it via inpa
I found your video very helpful, i have a bmw x1 28i 2012 e84 and i cant seem to find a bypass thing online, the one you use doesnt fit my car
Did you check that sellers page? They probably make one for the E84.
I know this is two years old but for anyone reading. You can go to a scrap yard and take a mat from a crashed car. Then take the mat to a seat upholstery business and have them fit it without paying 3k to BMW.
This isn't as cheap as a bypass but you get a functioning mat. A reason why you would want to do it this way is that the mat actually detects weight. For example if you have a child or child seat in the front the airbag won't deploy in a crash, only if an adult is sitting there. It's an important safety feature in your car
@@BlueShiftXDbrah great idea
Any other special settings I have too do? My autel cleared one airbag but I still have 1 seat
All we had to do was exactly what I did in this video. What code do you have now?
0093c1 acsm/Mrs, communication fault of passenger seat occupancy detector
I'm located in GA and I have all 3 switches on position.
@@panda-si9zt On the newer kits from this vendor, switch 1 should be set to ON, and switches 2 & 3 should be set to OFF.
I've read the pinned comment, and i tried that today, but it pulled up another code, and when I switched it back all 3 on that 1 code stays left. I know it works cause it's lit up green led.
Can not find this plug in 4m00sec Minute. Is it possibly wrapped somewhere? Have a M5 E60 2005. Am very grateful for any help.
It's got to be under there somewhere! Might be tucked up in the bottom of the seat with some tape or something.
For the seat belt harness, did you have to reprogram the car after disconnecting the negative cable?
Negative cable of the battery? No, this will prevent error codes from being reported.
E39Source wait you stated that you would disconnect the battery, the negative pole I think to do the passenger seat belt portion of it. What did you disconnect if anything and was there any reprogramming like when the battery is replaced.
If you simply disconnect the negative pole from the battery before starting the job, and then reconnect it after the job, there will be no required coding or programming, and no errors.
Hey guys, check with the dealer about the warranty for this problem. I received a letter yesterday saying that that my 2005 BMW 530i has a warranty for the passenger restraining system, is not a recall but if you have problems with it take it to the dealer and they will fix it for free. If you already fixed it the factory will reimburse your money if you give them the receipt. Good luck.
The current recall doesn't affect the M5 for some reason. The same parts were use don all 5-series models, so I don't understand why the M5 isn't part of it.
It covers some cars and others it does not. I had an 06 e90 with 90k miles they fixed for free(occupancy sensor), yet I have had several newer lower mileage cars, same exact problem(which is a defective item BMW knows is bad engineering)and they will not cover it under a recall. I have two E93's now with this issue. 09 50k and 08 67k. Cars are mint, never wrecked, both occupancy sensors defective.
Hi, will that work on 530d 2004 ? I need help
I would assume so
Very nice video. I ordered from your link. Thank you! Now that I am looking at my seat, I see a two wire connecter at about the same place yours was. No three wire. When I placed my order on eBay, I double checked to make sure it was compatible with my car. (Bmw. 2011 550i) it was.
A 2011 5 series is an F10 chassis, which could be totally different. Is that not included in the recall for the occupancy sensor?
@@E39Source No sir!
I set up everything as you advised and I still have the warning. On the device under the seat the blue light flashes but eventually turns off. From the instructions it should stay on. Any advice?
The code will need to be cleared before it disappears.
@@E39Source it didn't show up on an app I use on my laptop or the small orange code readers but I'll have my friend come clear it tomorrow. But shouldn't the blue light stay on?
@@damen224 You need an app that can read the airbag module, not the DME. I recommend Carly, ISTA, or INPA. I am not sure about the blue light, I haven't looked at this thing in over 3 years.
@@E39Source I believe I have ISTA but I'll just let my friend look at it tomorrow and she should be able to clear it. I'll keep you posted. Thanks
I FINALLY GOT IT TO WORK!!! My friend came over with his device to clear the codes and it hasn't come back on since. Thanks again for the video.
I followed the directions to the dot and it worked for a little while, but then the error lights came back. :/
Check all of the connections, one may have come loose.
I have a 2013 135i with this problem. Im not sure how i find out if my car is n55 or n54, or e60?
N55. E60 is the 5-series chassis from 2004-2010, so that does not apply to you.
Hi e39source, my 07 m6 (production in December 2006) is giving the same code. Do you believe the exact thing will work on my m6?
Quite probably, although it could always be something else.
E39Source thank you!
Would this be the same as a 2004 520i thanks in advance
It should be
For the seatbelt why you did all that job? You could brought a fake insert of seat belt buckle and put it in the seat belt buckle
That would be incredibly half-ass. Then anytime somebody rides in the car they would have to remove that fake insert and put it somewhere.
I still have that same issue, followed all the instructions 😢 it didn’t work for me
Double and triple check the pin location and installation of the pins, if not fully snapped in, they will push out when you put the seat connector back on and cause the module to not work.
E39Source thanks I’ll definitely try that..
E39Source should I disconnect battery
I was wondering how you cleared the passenger airbag code. Did you have to take it to a shop or was your Carly able to clear it?
Thanks.
The Carly was able to clear it.
I have went back on it 3 times to try and make it work but still didn’t work
Hi I bought the kit and installed it and the air bag light went away but now it cane back. It's the same code and I can't clear it. Any ideas?
Sounds like it has come loose or has malfunctioned.
There was already one installed when I bought the car so I thought it was faulty so I bought another one. If I take out the front part(red & black wire) and plug it back in the air bag ought will clear for about 30 seconds and cone back on?? Any ideas?
@@duralade8405 I am hearing this quite a bit lately. It sounds like the modules people are buying are bad, or the wiring schematics changed and my instructions don't work anymore. I would reach out to the vendor for support. Good luck!
thank you for the video i try everything but the codes are still here
Please read the top (pinned) comment on this video, and try those settings.
in the UK the connection is under the seat not in front but the rest is the same.
I'm still getting the warning on the screen but the seat belt not on warning is not on. How do I clear the warning on screen?
The UK might have a slightly different setup. Do you have a seatbelt warning? I thought that was just a USA thing. If you still have error codes, check the install. Make sure everything is correct is tight. You can reset the lights with a Carly scanner, INPA, or other diagnostics software. If you don't have any of those, the dealer can do it but it'll cost an hour's labor.
E39Source yes i still have error codes but i havnt tried yet to delete them. I have a Creatdor 310 which i hope will work.
UK version is under the seat as i said and i found it easier to unbolt the seat and tip it back as its only 4 bolts.
its attached under the passenger seat from the front. its near the seat pad connector. Its not hidden but i found it easier to unbolt the seat and tip it back. Only 4 bolts. Makes it a lot easier to get to the wires. I dont know how to put pictures on here but i didnt take any.
Very detailed video thank u
Why do people think fixing it this way makes the car more unsafe? ALL AIRBAGS WILL ALWAYS DEPLOY WITH THIS FIX IMPLEMENTED! The passenger seat occupancy sensor is NOT a safety feature. If I were to guess, it is simply an example of good old German over-engineering.
Hi sotemot. I'm not a BMW engineer and perhaps you aren't either, so let's be careful and clear in providing advice to others who might actually rely on it. You are correct - installation of a bypass will cause passenger side airbags to deploy in an accident that triggers specific airbag activation sensors. The passenger seat occupancy sensor IS a safety feature, as well as being a feature that can limit repair costs after a minor accident. How is it a safety feature? The occupancy sensor detects whether a passenger is heavy enough/big enough and in the right position to benefit from deployment of the airbag. Alternatively they could be hurt or killed by it. Let's say dad is parked outside a shop waiting for mum to return, with junior standing in the passenger side footwell, leaning on the dash, looking out the window and watching for his mum. Some random idiot comes around the corner too fast and collides with mum or dad's car, hard enough to trigger the front airbags. No one is sitting on the passenger seat, so ordinarily the passenger side airbag would not go off, but because of the bypass it now does. The child is blown out the back window by the airbag and probably killed. The German engineers anticipate that people will use the safety equipment as intended, and maintain it as designed. They also ensure it is deactivated when it isn't needed or could cause harm. People need to understand that bypassing the system will cause the airbags to deploy in circumstances where they can be harmful rather than helpful. Other factors to be considered with a bypass are: dangers arising from placing baby capsules on the passenger seat; and obviating the proper performance of multistage airbags. A bypass is handy for diagnosing a fault. It can also make a light on the dash go away. A bypass is NOT a satisfactory repair to a faulty safety restraint system, regardless of how annoying the bings and warning lights are. Yes, car manufacturers should make more reliable occupancy sensors and ones that are cheaper to replace.
Passenger seat sensor is there so airbag won't go off with rear facing child seats, or basic objects. Airbag can kill children or send objects flying in the car
i didnt find the place that the connector would go can anyone explain why is this its bmw e60 525d europe model and half electric seats
The half electric seats are likely wired very differently. What code do you have stored in your airbag module that you're looking to eliminate?
@@E39Source i have the same code as you had and i have seatbelt and airbag lights in dashboard
I would need to study the wiring diagrams and circuits of your European half-electric seats to propose a solution. If you're interested in working with me at my consulting rate, please email me at ryan@e39source.com @@jokujonne5337
Do they have one for 3 series e90 I have same issue
They do on their Ebay page!
Where can I get the parts... what's it called
Please see the link to the bypass in the video description.
I bought the kit, installed the kit. Cleared the airbag fault codes with ista, codes went away for a drive cycle, codes are back next day. Ready to pull my hair out.
Hi sotemot. I'm not a BMW engineer and perhaps you aren't either, so let's be careful and clear in providing advice to others who might actually rely on it. You are correct - installation of a bypass will cause passenger side airbags to deploy in an accident that triggers specific airbag activation sensors. The passenger seat occupancy sensor IS a safety feature, as well as being a feature that can limit repair costs after a minor accident. How is it a safety feature? The occupancy sensor detects whether a passenger is heavy enough/big enough and in the right position to benefit from deployment of the airbag. Alternatively they could be hurt or killed by it. Let's say dad is parked outside a shop waiting for mum to return, with junior standing in the passenger side footwell, leaning on the dash, looking out the window and watching for his mum. Some random idiot comes around the corner too fast and collides with mum or dad's car, hard enough to trigger the front airbags. No one is sitting on the passenger seat, so ordinarily the passenger side airbag would not go off, but because of the bypass it now does. The child is blown out the back window by the airbag and probably killed. The German engineers anticipate that people will use the safety equipment as intended, and maintain it as designed. They also ensure it is deactivated when it isn't needed or could cause harm. People need to understand that bypassing the system will cause the airbags to deploy in circumstances where they can be harmful rather than helpful. Other factors to be considered with a bypass are: dangers arising from placing baby capsules on the passenger seat; and obviating the proper performance of multistage airbags. A bypass is handy for diagnosing a fault. It can also make a light on the dash go away. A bypass is NOT a satisfactory repair to a faulty safety restraint system, regardless of how annoying the bings and warning lights are. Yes, car manufacturers should make more reliable occupancy sensors and ones that are cheaper to replace.
I appreciate this comment and the value within! These are valid points that should be read and considered by anyone considering a bypass. For us, it's the idea solution. Nobody under 20 years old will ever ride in this car. So saving a few thousand dollars was the way to go, for us.
Valden23 comment of the year right here. This should be pinned. Was thinking the same thing. This is an irresponsible way to handle the issue and did not repair the vehicle and made the vehicle unsafe. Hopefully no one else buys this vehicle as it could cost them or a loved one their life by using this bypass method. Most of the time it’s moisture leaking into the vehicle and using a heater will fix it. See th-cam.com/video/XgC5eeuBEOY/w-d-xo.html
Why doesnt work for me i did all the same
They have changed the position of the switches since I made this video. Please refer to the instructions that came with your specific kit on how to align the switches on the device, or visit the Ebay sellers page to determine the proper orientation. After making this correction, you'll again need to re-scan the car, clear the codes, and cycle the key in the ignition.
Exactly what I needed to see Thanks
How can I get the codes cleared? I just did this and the airbag, seatbelt lights are still on??🤔
They might go off on their own if you're patient. Otherwise, you'll need a BMW scanner to reset the airbag module.
It’s brilliant until you prang something and both airbags blow , drivers airbag is an easy cheap replace , passenger airbag blows and new dashboard needed
So don't mess up...
Would this work for e92 as well?
Yes it would!
Did not work for my E93. Everything installed correctly and triple checked. The place that sold these on Ebay no longer lists them and they have dozens of negative feedback due to this item.
Does this work for 2007 335?
It should, yes. Maybe not this exact part but I’m sure there’s a bypass made for it.
I am sure the company makes a kit for the E90.
Thanks¡ Great video.
I did this for my e36 as wel because the problem kept getting back.
Really easy fix and its doesnt really matter.
To ya'll doing this this part most likely has a 15 year unlimited miles extended warranty from BMW. Some models even has a recall. Contact BMW HQ to see what they can do for you!
The recall coves all E60 5-series model BUT the M5... which used the same parts as the 550i, 545i, down the line etc. Damn BMW.
@@E39Source the recall only covers E60s produced in certain months which of course mine is not. I talked to HQ. They told me they all have extended warranty even if you're not covered by the recall. I had mine deleted but i plugged it back in today. As soon as it throws the code again it's going to the dealer
I have an M5 but may need to try the dealer bc this device didn't work for me.
@@damen224 it should. are you sure you hooked it up correctly? they sell different ones on ebay
@@kjemad I have the e60 M5. That's the one I ordered from the link that was provided by @E39Source
I appreciate the video!
How do i reset after install
I bought the delete kit and installed it same as you no issue. Is it the same as service resets?
This code will need to be reset with a scanner of sorts. I recommend the Carly.
I've got an autel code reader / delete
I'm curious if it's just for domestic vehicles , or mabey doesn't read all of the options
Great! Thank you und grettings from switzerland 😉👍
Would this work for a 2011 BMW X5D? Ready to pull my hair out.....
I don't see why not, though the specific pins may be different.
Can I do this and leave the entire passenger seat out of the car?
There are at least two sensors that will need to be 'hacked' to avoid warnings with no passenger seat in the car: the occupancy sensor, and seat belt contact sensor. You will also have codes for no passenger seat control module without the seat installed.
E39Source so would I be better off seeing if someone can code it out then? Trying to go to the drag strip and lose these 54lb seats
E39Source with the first 2 codes on it won’t allow the car to go over 100
@@Jakejacobsonn Ah, I understand. Well- the car was never designed to be operated with only one seat, so there aren't simple toggles to 'turn off' the other seat. I have not attempted something like this before, but there are likely ways to avoid codes/warnings if you're crafty enough.
@@Jakejacobsonn Wow, thats surprising. I would certainly attempt this method at least to bypass the occupancy sensor, but the belt contact will likely have the same result. Maybe somebody makes a bypass for that too?
The sensor is draining my battery. Not allowing my car to go to sleep. Big problem. Anyone else have this problem? Solution?
Jim Tan I have same problem if am not driveng 1 days or 2 the battery dead
Will this work on my E90 as well or just E60s.?
I would imagine that the E90 uses the exact same parts.
E90 uses the same part, but this doesn't work often. I don't know why it works for some and not others, but this particular company has a lot of negative feedback from this item and no longer lists them for sale where I bought mine. Maybe try another brand or something, but waste your money on this with a warning that it did not work for me or many, many others after being installed correctly.
@@axlef1513 Hi Alex, Did you find any solution for E90? I am facing similar problem and above solution is not working.
nice watch!!!
Ya cheap fix like the driver wiper Bering replacement that BMW won't do just replace the hole are at 150£ wen on eBay 10£ for the Bering replacement kit that takes 30 minutes to any one with basi tools and no experience
just put my order in thanks
Anyone have any problems with this,I did it the first time and everything was fine no alarms came on,now a month later seatbelt and airbag light is back on 🙄😡
It is still working for us. Yours may have gotten disconnected under the seat, I would advise checking out the connections.
@@E39Source I was thinking the same thanks for the reply back
@@E39Source ya I just did that again disconnect it and put it back on and the alarm is still going off for the seatbelt and airbag,dose it usually go on the divers seat aswell 🤔 the one I fitted was for the passenger seat,now I’m thinking it could be the drivers seat aswell 🤔?
@@bigwon4056 The drivers seat should not need this. Pull the codes to see exactly what the car is unhappy with, it is probably another SRS issue, but unrelated to this passenger's seat occupancy sensor.
Didn't work for me!!!! 2008 E60 535i
Check that the pins are fully inserted and everything is tight. I had to go back and press them in harder to get it working.
@@E39Source ok thanks I will check the connections again & let you know what happen.
@@E39Source I tried it again & the same thing happens nothing LOL I even unplug the harness n connected directing I even disconnected the battery n did a reset with Carly I don't know what else to try.
@@BIGSEAN007 Maybe you got a bad unit. Ours works great.
@@E39Source yeah maybe but thanks anyway!!!
Bmw fix mine free 2005 550i recall
Why did not you fix it properly?
ramptus82 he explained why plus now the airbag is just always on
$3,500 vs $45 for the same result. Which would you do?
It is in fact $3,500 vs $45 which is a huge amount of cash, but not for the same result, becouse if You drive alone the passengers airbag will pop out upon accident. Are you sure Sir that there is no aftermarket seating matt installation available? I just cannot believe there are no cheaper options than BMW dealership. If so my apologies.
Why do you care if the passenger airbag deploys with no passenger in the seat? More airbags to replace when repairing? (Pro-tip, old BMWs crashed to that extent will be condemnateed). That's really the only explanation I can find for this system to be there in the first place, it has NOTHING to do with safety...
I do not care. I was just politely asking.
Awesome post thank you.....Just what I was needing...I was just about ready to rip all those damn airbags out of my car.there freakin dangerous.I'll take my chances as apposed to sitting next to a bomb..but I'm selling this car anyways
Its a recall and bmw will fix it for free
The M5, for whatever reason, is not included in this recall.
DriP 😋
Goddammit BMW
BMW should bankrupt they deserve it because they make it too many people suffering and lost a lot of money deliberately
and when you gonna realize this is already will be late........Goddammit BMW........
Nice video and Good job, it was very interesting. Thank you ////////////////////
Don't buy this car!!