SAFETY
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Supplementary Restraint System
(SRS - Air bags)
The airbag ‘SRS’ system comprises of
the following components depending
upon the provided safety features in
vehicle.
Seat belt Pre-tensioners
Seat belt with load limiters
Driver Airbag
Front Passenger Airbag
Side Airbags (if equipped)
Curtain Air Bag (if equipped)
Airbag ‘SRS’ ECU (Electronic
Control Unit)
Collision Sensors
SRS wiring harness
SRS Warning lamp
The System is active when ignition
switch is in the “ON” position or the
ignition mode is “ON”. Air bags are
designed to inflate in collisions. In the
event of a collision, the collision sensors
will detect signals, and if the Airbag ECU
judges that the signals represent a
severe collision, will trigger the airbags.
The inflated air bags provide a cushion
to the occupants. The air bag inflates
and deflates so quickly that you may not
even realize that it has activated. The air
bag will neither hinder your view nor
make it hurdle to exit the vehicle.
Airbag inflation is virtually instantaneous
and occurs with considerable force,
accompanied by loud noise and smoke,
which is normal. The inflated airbag,
together with seat belts, limit the
movement of an occupant, thereby
reducing the risk of injury.
When an airbag inflates, you may see
some smoke-like particles. The particles
are a normal by-product of the process
that generates the non-toxic gas used for
airbag inflation. These airborne particles
may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or
throat. If you have skin or eye irritation,
rinse the area with water. For nose or
throat irritation, move to fresh air. Also
sometimes the smoke can cause
breathing problems , in such cases get
fresh air promptly.
After inflation, airbag provides a gradual
cushioning effect for the occupant
thereafter deflates. It is not advisable to
drive your vehicle after the airbags have
been deployed. If you are involved in
another collision, the airbags will not be
in place to protect you.