Component Arrangement

Component Arrangement

Component Arrangement:

Function, individual components

1. Triggering unit
Processes the incoming signals and triggers the airbag system when an accident is identified.

2. Passenger's airbag unit
Contains the airbag and the gas generator for the passenger.

3. Warning light
1. System readiness indicator.
2. Fault indication.

4. Driver's airbag unit
Contains the airbag and the gas generator for the driver.

5. Contact unit
Connection between the triggering unit and driver's airbag unit.

6. Belt buckle, driver/passenger
A switch is installed in each belt buckle in order to detect whether the seat belt is fastened or not.

7. Plug connection, child restraint system
If a child restraint system is used, the passenger's airbag unit must be deactivated. A plug connection (buckle) is installed under the passenger's seat for this purpose. The tongue of the child restraint system must be inserted into this plug connection.