Air Bag: Description and Operation

Driver Airbag Module:

DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE

WARNING: NEVER DISASSEMBLE THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULES, THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS WITHIN THE MODULES.

The Driver Airbag Module located in the center of the steering wheel is the most visible part of the system. It contains the airbag cushion and its supporting components. The airbag module contains a housing in which the cushion and inflator are attached and sealed.

The driver side inflator assembly is mounted from the back of the module housing. When supplied with the proper electrical signal, the inflator assembly produces a gas and discharges it directly into the cushion. A protective cover is fitted to the front of the Driver Airbag Module and forms a decorative cover in the center of the steering wheel. The Driver Airbag Module is mounted directly to the steering wheel.

Driver Airbag Module:

PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE

WARNING: NEVER DISASSEMBLE THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULES, THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS WITHIN THE MODULES.

The Passenger Airbag Module is located beneath the decorative cover of the instrument panel, facing the passenger seat.

The PAB module is mounted to the instrument panel and pad assembly. The passenger inflator assembly is within the module housing. The module is mounted to the instrument panel retainer and support structure. A protective cover is fitted into the instrument panel over the airbag module and forms a decorative cover.

The Passenger Airbag Module (PAB) consists of:
- Inflator assembly
- Reaction canister
- Airbag Pillow
- Deployment door

When supplied with the proper electrical signal the inflator will produce a gas and discharge it directly into the cushion.

When supplied with the proper electrical signal, the inflator produces gas and discharges it directly into the pillow. The deployment door will hinge, allowing the pillow to fully inflate.