Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Components:

The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is designed to provide increased collision protection for front seat occupants in addition to that provided by the three-point safety belt system. Safety belt use is necessary to obtain the best occupant protection and to receive the full advantages of the SRS.

Electrical System
The electrical system that supports the air bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS):
- is powered from the battery and the ignition.
- provides the electrical path from the primary crash sensor to the air bag Electronic Crash Sensor (ECS) module.
- provides the electrical path from the ECS to the air bag modules and belt and buckle assembly pretensioners.
- provides the electrical path from the ECS to the air bag indicator and Data Link Connector (DLC).

Sensors
The SRS contains three sensors located in the following spots:
- the Electronic Crash Sensor (ECS) module, mounted behind the RH cowl side trim panel.
- the primary crash sensor mounted on the center radiator support.
- the safing sensor, which is internal to the ECS.

NOTE:
- The safing sensor is internal to the ECS module and is not serviced separately.
- If the primary crash sensor is undamaged after a collision, it will automatically reset and can be reused.

WARNING: The air bag Electronic Crash Sensor module orientation is critical for correct system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) has been involved in a collision in which the right cowl A-pillar area has been damaged, inspect the mounting and bracket for deformation. If damaged, the ECS must be replaced whether or not the air bags have deployed. In addition, make sure the area of the ECS mounting is restored to its original condition.