Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI Steering Wheel Driver's Sports Module 6791373

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Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI Steering Wheel Driver's Sports Module is an original safety component from the Steering wheels and horn buttons group, designed for driver-side installation in Mini models after the LCI facelift. This used OEM component allows for maintaining the factory driver protection concept, ensuring consistency with the steering column design and interior styling.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6791373-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6791373
• Substitutable numbers: 32306791373, 6791373, EM
• Category: Steering Wheels & Horn Buttons

Technical characteristics of the Mini driver's airbag

The presented driver's airbag has been designed as an integral part of the steering wheel module in Mini R55 and R56 series vehicles after the LCI update. The airbag construction is adapted to the geometry of the factory steering wheel, which enables proper assembly of the set with the hub, horn buttons, and covers. Thanks to the use of an original OEM solution, compatibility with the factory SRS system controller and the deployment logic intended by the manufacturer is maintained.

The driver's airbag in this model is responsible for protecting the upper torso and head during a frontal collision, working in conjunction with seat belt tensioners and other passive safety system components. The use of the correct airbag module is crucial for maintaining the manufacturer's specified inflation timing parameters and the deployment direction of the airbag relative to the driver's position.

Purpose and application in the steering system

The airbag has been developed specifically for installation in the Mini steering wheel, which means it is properly matched to the rim diameter, spoke shape, and layout of the horn buttons. Proper fitting of the component:

• facilitates installation in the existing steering column,
• ensures correct operation of the horn,
• reduces the risk of play and unwanted noises while driving.

Using an original airbag in the Mini steering system allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the cockpit and preserving the ergonomics parameters intended by the manufacturer, including the distance of the airbag from the driver and its angle relative to the seat.

Benefits of choosing an original used airbag module

Choosing a used, factory-made Mini driver's airbag module is a solution that combines cost control with the preservation of the OEM design. The original component:

• is designed for a specific generation of the SRS system in Mini,
• ensures compatibility with the factory wiring harness and connectors,
• minimizes the risk of issues with airbag controller communication.

For users planning to restore the factory safety level after a collision or replace a damaged module, using such a component allows for maintaining system performance parameters at the level intended by the manufacturer, without the need for interference with the electrical installation or mechanical adaptation.

Integration with the interior and Mini safety system

The driver's airbag in a Mini serves not only a protective function but also a structural one – it acts as a central visual element of the steering wheel, integrating with the spokes and horn buttons. This maintains the stylistic consistency of the cockpit, and the steering wheel remains a functional center for vehicle control. Using the correct airbag module reduces the risk of SRS system errors, warning messages on the instrument cluster, and diagnostic problems.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the steering area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as steering wheel rims, horn button modules, or central covers, check the available parts in the Mini Steering wheels and horn buttons category.

Support in selection and interior tuning

Selecting the right driver's airbag for a specific Mini version requires considering the generation, steering wheel type, and equipment configuration. In case of doubt, it is worth seeking advice from a specialist or diagnostician to confirm the component's compatibility with the given vehicle and avoid problems during installation and SRS system calibration.

If you are considering a wider range of interior changes – replacing the steering wheel, seats, or other cockpit elements – a guide dedicated to cabin modifications may be helpful, available in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, where a practical approach to using used OEM components to improve ergonomics and interior appearance is described.