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What will you see after an air bag inflates?
After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates. This occurs
so
quickly that
some people
may
not
even
realize the air bag inflated. Some components
of
the air bag module in the steering wheel hub will be hot for a short time, but
the part of the bag that comes into contact with
you
will not be hot
to
the
touch. There will be some smoke coming from vents in the deflated air bag.
Air bag inflation will not prevent the driver from seeing or from being able
to steer the vehicle, nor will
it
stop people from leaving the vehicle.
A
CAUTION:
When an air bag inflates, there
is
dust in the
air.
This dust could
cause breathing problems for people with
a
history of asthma
or
other breathing trouble.
To
avoid this, everyone in the vehicle
should get out
as
soon as it is safe to do
so.
If you have breathing
problems but can’t get out
of
the vehicle after an
air
bag inflates,
then get fresh
air
by opening
a
window or door.
The
air bag is designed to inflate
only
once. After it inflates,
you’ll
need some new parts for your air bag system. If
you
don’t get them, the
air bag system won’t be there
to
help protect
you
in another crash. A
new system will include the air bag module and possibly other parts.
The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other
parts
.
Your vehicle
is
equipped with a diagnostic module, which records
information about the air bag system. The module records information
about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and
driver’s safety belt usage at deployment.
Let only qualified technicians work
on
your air bag system. Improper
service can mean that your air bag system won’t work properly. See
your dealer
for
service.
NOTICE:
If
you damage the cover of the driver’s facial air bag, it may not
work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module.
Do
not open or break the air bag cover.
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