Volkswagen Passat '97, User Manual

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8
Vehicle safety
The effect of the restraint systems during serious accidents
During serious accidents, the car body absorbs
the impact energy. The passenger compart-
ment remains by and large intact and the
airbags are triggered. In addition to the protection afforded by the
seat belts, the restraint systems protect the
front passengers from more serious injuries in
the upper body and head areas.
The car’s central locking system is opened.
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The belt tensioners are triggered
mechanically on impact.
Central locking system is opened.
Airbags are
triggered.
Airbag control unit
Central module of conveni-
ence central locking system
Side airbag crash
sensor
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