How the Airbags Work
How the Airbags Work
WARNING: The airbags are a Supplemental Restraint System, providing additional protection in certain types of collisions only; they do not replace the need to wear a seat belt.
WARNING: Occupants not properly restrained in designated seating positions are at high risk of death or serious injury in the event of airbag deployment.
WARNING: Do not use a child restraint on a seat with an operational airbag in front of it. There is a risk of death or serious injury if the airbag deploys.
Airbags inflate when sensors detect an impact that exceeds deployment thresholds. These thresholds are designed to predict the severity of a collision in time for the airbags to help protect the vehicle's occupants.
Airbags inflate instantly and with considerable force, accompanied by a loud noise. The inflated bag, together with the seat belts, limits movement of occupants to reduce the risk of injury.
The front airbags are not designed to inflate as a result of:
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Rear collisions
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Vehicle rollovers
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Minor front impacts
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Minor side impacts
Therefore, significant superficial damage can occur to the vehicle without the airbags inflating or, conversely, a relatively small amount of structural damage can cause airbags to inflate.