Mitsubishi 1993 3000GT, Technical Information Manual

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(2) In approximately 20 milliseconds after the collision, the air bag
folded in the pad cover will begin to inflate, the pad cover will
break at its crease, and the air bag will expand outward.
(3) In approximately 35 milliseconds after the collision, the inflated
air bag will touch the chest of the driver.
(4) In approximately 40 milliseconds after the collision, the air bag
will be fully inflated.
(5) In approximately 55 milliseconds after the collision, the pressure
of the driver against the air bag causes the gas to escape
through the two exhaust holes on the rear of the module, and
the deflation helps lessen the impact imposed on the driver.
(6) In approximately 105 milliseconds after the collision, the air bag
that has absorbed the impact will rapidly deflate, providing
visibility for the driver.
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
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