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Airbag light on a Kia Magentis - How can I turn it off?

Air bag light on 56-plate Kia Magentis goes out but immediately comes back on again.

My local garage has diagnosed down to front seat sensor.

Thinking of asking http://www.airbagman.co.uk/ to fix the fault, but wondering if there are any recommended air bag warning light fixers closer to the Midlands/Staffordshire area?

Asked on 9 October 2012 by MrMazda

Answered by Honest John
Have a go yourself. First leave the engine off for at least 30 minutes to disperse any residual charge. Then separate the seat sensor connector, clean and reconnect.

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