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Driver and Passenger Airbags
The driver’s airbag is fitted into the
centre of the steering wheel. The
passenger airbag is fitted into a
compartment above the glovebox.
The cover panels for both airbags are
marked ‘AIRBAG’.
In a severe frontal collision, the airbags
inflate in a fraction of a second to
provide protection for the upper body
of the occupants.
Dependent upon the angle of collision
(front or near frontal) the driver and
passenger airbags may activate
without activating any other airbags.
The airbags deflate rapidly during the
collision to minimise any obstruction to
the occupants and reduce any danger
of suffocation. During deflation it is
normal for smoke to escape from the
airbag.
WARNING: A passenger will
minimise their chances of injury
if an airbag deploys in a frontal
collision if they sit as upright as
possible with their feet on the
floor and backs against the seat
backrest.
Always hold the steering wheel by the
outer rim. Never rest your hands on the
airbag cover or attach anything to the
steering wheel hub.
Do not put objects in front of or above
the dashboard where the passenger
airbag is located.
WARNING: The path of an inflating
airbag must be kept clear. If an
object is placed between a person
and an airbag, the airbag might
not inflate properly, or it might
force the object into that person
causing death or serious injury.
Passenger Airbag Labels
Warning labels for the passenger
airbag system are located on both sun
visors.
WARNING: Never use a rearward
facing child seat on the passenger
seat if the airbag is enabled.
SAFETY
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