second stage deployment, depending on the occupant status and the crash severity. It consists
of a two stage inflator with two air bag electrical connectors to accommodate the two stage
inflation.
The heated gas inflator consists of a high-pressure mix of clean air and hydrogen gas,
triggered by two separate ignition squibs. It produces a controlled generation of clean gas to
rapidly fill the air bag. It is classified as a stored flammable gas (not as an explosive) and as
such, has less restrictive storage and transportation requirements. It produces a very clean
burn and almost no particulates and is almost free of any toxins, making disposal or recycling
much easier.
Side Air Bag Module
NOTE:
In the event of a side impact that is sufficient to deploy the side air bag system, it will be
necessary to replace the complete seat. The side air bag module does not contain any
serviceable components.
The side air bag module is mounted in the outboard bolster of each front seat and uses
compressed gas to inflate. It provides protection for the thorax (the part of the trunk between
the neck and the abdomen). In an air bag deployment situation, it deploys through the stitch
seam in the side bolster. To ensure the air bag always emerges at the same point, a chute is
attached to the inside of the trim cover and wrapped around the air bag module.
Side Air Curtain Module
NOTE:
In the event of a side impact that is sufficient to deploy the side air curtain module, it will
be necessary to replace the headliner, A-pillar and C-pillar trim panels and the B-pillar
upper trim panel will require thorough examination for visible damage or deformation
before it can be used again on the vehicle.
NOTE:
The side air curtain module does not contain any serviceable components.
The side air curtain modules are located under the headliner between the A and C-pillar and
deploy at the same time as the corresponding side air bag module. If the passenger air bag
module is deactivated the corresponding side air bag module is also deactivated, however the
side air curtain module will still deploy to afford protection to any corresponding rear
occupant. When deployed, the side air curtain extends down to approximately shoulder height
to protect both the front and rear occupants heads. Both the front and rear of the side air
curtain modules are retained to the A and C-pillar respectively by tethers.
Pretensioners
WARNING: Prior to the removal of any SRS pretensioners and before