System designed to maximise the safety of the occupants (with the exception of the rear centre passenger) in the event of violent collisions. It supplements the action of the force-limiting seat belts (with the exception of the rear centre passenger).
If a collision occurs, the electronic detectors record and analyse the front and side impacts sustained in the impact detection zones:
- in the case of a serious impact, the airbags are deployed instantly and protect the occupants of the vehicle (with the exception of the rear centre passenger); immediately after the impact, the airbags deflate rapidly so that they do not hinder visibility or the exit of the occupants, - in the case of a minor or rear impact or in certain roll-over conditions, the airbags will not be deployed; the seat belt alone is sufficient to provide optimum protection in these situations.
The airbags do not operate when the ignition is switched off.
This equipment will only deploy once. If a second impact occurs (during the same or a subsequent accident), the airbag will not be deployed again.
Impact detection zones
A. Front impact zone.
B. Side impact zone.
Deployment of the airbag(s) is accompanied by a slight emission of harmless smoke and a noise, due to the activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge incorporated in the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive individuals may experience slight irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result in a slight loss of hearing for a short time.
Citroen C3. Monochrome screen A
Displays on the screen
This displays the following information:
- time,
- date,
- ambient temperature (this fl ashes if
there is a risk of ice),
- status of the doors and boot,
- audio s ...
Renault Clio. To the front seat belts
Depending on the vehicle, they will consist
of:
front seat belt inertia reel pretensioners;
chest-level load limiters;
air bags for driver and front passenger.
These systems are designed t ...
Honda Fit. Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Check the fuses in the engine
compartment.
► If the fuse is blown, have it replaced by a
dealer.
3. I ...