Location of side airbags
The side airbags are located in the front seat back cushions and you can identify them by the "AIRBAG" inscription on the upper part of the rear side of the seat backs.
The side airbag system, in conjunction with the three-point seat belts, provides additional protection for the upper body of the driver and front passenger in the event of a serious side collision.
In side impacts, the deployment of side airbags reduces the likelihood of serious injury to the driver or front passenger in the side impact zone.
In addition to performing their primary protective function, seat belts also ensure that in a side impact the driver and front passenger are positioned in such a way that the side airbags can provide the greatest protection.
The side airbag system does not deploy in frontal impacts, minor side impacts, rear impacts, or rollovers.
The side airbag system is in no way a replacement for seat belts, but is an essential part of the overall concept of passive safety of the vehicle. Please remember that the greatest efficiency of the airbags is achieved only when used in conjunction with the seat belts.
Therefore, you should always wear seat belts, not only because you need to comply with legal requirements, but also for your own safety!
The side airbag system consists of the following main components and parts:
The text is copied from this portal VWmanual.ru
- electronic device for controlling the system and monitoring the functional readiness of the system (control unit);
- airbags on the sides of the rear side of the front seat backs;
- control lamp on the instrument panel.
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