Alfa Romeo MiTo 2013, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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FRONT SIDE AIRBAGS (SIDE BAGS)
These comprise two types of bags located in the front seat backrests
fig. 106, which protect the chest and pelvis area of occupants in
the event of a side impact of medium-high severity.
SIDE AIRBAGS FOR HEAD PROTECTION
(WINDOW BAGS)
This comprises two “curtain” window bags located behind the side roof
cover and are covered by special trim fig. 107. They are designed to
protect the head of front and rear passengers in the event of side
collisions, thanks to the wide cushion inflation surface.
The airbags are not deployed in the event of low-severity impacts (for
which the retaining action of the seat belts is sufficient). It is therefore
always necessary to wear seat belts.
In the event of a side impact, the system provides optimum protection if
the passenger assumes the correct position on the seat, thus allowing
correct window bag deployment.
Do not hook rigid objects to the coat hooks or to the
support handles.
Do not rest your head, arms or elbows on the door,
windows or the area in which the window bag is
located to avoid possible injury during inflation.
Never lean your head, arms or elbows out of the
window.
fig. 106
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fig. 107
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