Air Bag Systems: Description and Operation

Air Bag and Safety Belt Pretensioner Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

The air bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is designed to provide increased collision protection for front and rear seat occupants in addition to the 3-point safety belt system. Safety belt use is necessary to obtain the best occupant protection and to receive the full advantage of the SRS (Supplemental Restraint System).

The serviceable air bag and safety belt pretensioner SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) components are shown in the following illustrations.

Air Bag and Safety Belt Pretensioner Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Components (1 of 2)

NOTE: Edge shown, MKX similar.










Air Bag and Safety Belt Pretensioner Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Components (2 of 2)

NOTE: Edge shown, MKX similar.