Anyone know if it is possible to disable the passenger side air bag of a '98 4Runner? If so, do you know how I could do it? Or do I have to bring it to the dealer? Thanks, -Paul

No reputable dealer will ever disengage the passenger side air bag. Doing so could lead to massive litigation in the case of an accident by the current and future owners of that vehicle. Erick Faust Service advisor, O'Brien Toyota/Scion Indianapolis, IN paulkolf123

Guess that doesn't shock me given the absurd law suits people win these days. I really hate most lawyers. Seems like if I ask the dealership to disable it I'm accepting responsibility. I could see where the next owner may have a problem with it if I didn't tell them before the sale, but that should be my problem. It's all fine anyway unless you have 3 or more kids. At some point you need to put one in the front seat, especially if mom needs to play referree in the back seat. In my case I have 18 mo old twins and a two week old. Try keeping the 18 mo olds from playing with the sleeping infant? On the newer models they have a switch which allows you to disable the bag yourself. Seems that leaves at least as much room for liability. How many people switch it one way and forget to switch it back when they move the car seat? Not trying to shoot the messenger. Just expressing frustration. -Paul