What Makes an Airbag Inflate?

In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module.

For airbag location, see Where Are the Airbags?.

    See also:

    Driving in Water
    WARNING Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown. If it is only shallow water, it can still wash a ...

    Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
    The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 60m(195 ft) away from the vehicle. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyle ...

    Radio Reception
    Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged i ...