METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS
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In a side impact with another vehicle
of an equivalent or higher category,
at an impact speed equal to or
greater than 50km/h (31 mph).
In the following examples, the pre-
tensioners and airbags could oper-
ate:
– impacts to the underside of the ve-
hicle from kerbs, for example;
– potholes;
– a fall or a hard landing;
– stones;
In the following examples, the pre-
tensioners and airbags might not
operate:
– in the event of a rear impact, how-
ever severe;
– if the vehicle overturns;
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