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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS
(continued)
Driver and passenger airbags
An airbag may be provided for both
the driver and the front passenger.
Airbag markings on the steering
wheel, the dashboard and the lower
section of the windscreen inform
you of the presence of this
equipment.
Each airbag system consists of:
- an airbag and gas generator fitted
on the steering wheel for the driver
and in the dashboard for the front
passenger;
-
a computer for both systems,
which includes the impact sensor
and a monitor controlling the
electrical trigger system for the gas
generator;
- a single
å
indicator light
on the instrument panel.
Force limiter
Above a certain level of impact, this
mechanism is used to limit the force
of the belt against the body so that it
is at an acceptable level.
The airbag system uses the
principles of pyrotechnics. This
explains why, when the airbag
inflates, it will generate heat,
produce smoke (this does not
mean that a fire is about to start)
and make a noise upon
detonation. In a situation where
an airbag is required, it will
inflate immediately and this may
cause some minor, superficial
grazing to the skin or other
discomfort.
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