side airbag removal w/o turning on reset light?

[stepwilk]

I need to remove the driver's-side interior door panel to effect a window-switch repair. If I disconnect the battery before doing this, will that prevent the airbag-inop light from going on after I disconnect the airbag wiring (which is a necessary step in removing the door panel)?

Obviously I can take the car to the local Porsche shop to have the warning light reset after I reinstall the airbag and door panel, but it will be easier if I don't have to do this.