SRS/Airbag
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To ensure correct deployment of the airbags,
it is essential that obstructions are not allowed
to intervene between an airbag and the
occupant. The following are examples of the
type of obstructions that could either, impede
correct operation of the airbags, or jeopardise
personal safety in the event of an airbag
deployment:
• Accessories attached to an airbag cover.
• Items of hand luggage or other objects
placed on an airbag cover.
• Feet, knees or any other part of the
anatomy in contact with, or in close
proximity to, a front airbag cover.
• Head, arms or any part of the anatomy in
contact with, or in close proximity to, a
side airbag.
• Items of clothing or cushions draped over
the part of a front seat containing the
airbag.
• Non-approved, seat covers fitted over a
front seat (in particular, be aware that seat
covers approved for use with Range Rover
vehicles prior to the introduction of side
airbags will NOT be suitable for vehicles
equipped with side airbags! If in doubt,
seek advice from a Land Rover dealer).
How the airbag SRS works
In the event of a collision, the airbag control
unit monitors the rate of deceleration induced
by the collision to determine whether the
airbags should be deployed.
In the case of a severe frontal collision, both
front airbags will be deployed. In the case of a
severe side collision, only the airbag on the
impact side of the vehicle will inflate.
However, there may also be impact conditions
whereby one side and both front airbags
deploy at the same time, or where front and
side airbags respond separately as a result of
a secondary impact occurring after the initial
collision has taken place.
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