Honda 1995 Accord Wagon, Owner'S Manual

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Supplemental Restraint System
SRS Components
Your supplement restraint
system includes:
One airbag in the steering
wheel for the driver and
another in the dashboard for
the passenger.
Sensors that can detect a
severe frontal collision.
A sophisticated electronic
system that continually
monitors the sensors, control
unit, airbag activators, and all
related wiring when the
ignition is ON (II).
An indicator light on the
instrument panel to alert you
to a possible problem with the
system.
Emergency backup power in
case your car's electrical
system is disconnected in a
crash.
What Happens in a Crash
If you ever have a severe frontal
collision, the sensors will detect
rapid deceleration and signal the
control unit to instantly inflate
the airbags.
During a crash, your seat belts
will help to restrain your lower
body and torso. The airbags will
provide a cushion to absorb
crash energy and help keep the
head and chest of the driver and
front passenger from striking the
interior of the car.
After inflating, the airbags will
immediately deflate. The entire
process, from detection to
deflation, takes a fraction of a
second. This process occurs so
quickly that you may not hear
the loud noise created by the
airbag inflators or realize what
has happened.
After the crash, you may see
what looks like smoke. This is
actually powder from the
airbag's surface. People with
respiratory problems may
experience some temporary
discomfort from the chemicals
used by the airbag's activators.
Driver and Passenger Safety