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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (1/6)

Depending on the vehicle, they are

composed of:

– Have the entire restraint

system checked following

an accident.

– seat belt inertia reel pretension-

ers;

– No operation whatsoever

is permitted on any part of the

system (airbag, electronic units,

wiring) and the system compo-

nents must not be reused on any

other vehicle, even if identical.

– chest force limiters;

– airbags driver and passenger

front.

These systems are designed to act in-

dependently or together when the vehi-

cle is subjected to a frontal impact.

– To avoid premature triggering

of the system which may cause

injury, only qualified Network per-

sonnel are authorisedto work on

the methods of restraint in addi-

tion to the front seat belt.

Depending on the severity of the

impact, the system can trigger:

– seat belt locking;

– the seat belt inertia reel pretensioner

(which engages to correct seat belt

slack);

Pretensioners

– The electric trigger system may

only be tested by a specially

trained technician using special

equipment.

The pretensioners hold the seat belt

against the body, holding the occupant

more securely against the seat, thus in-

creasing the seat belt’s efficiency.

– the airbag and force limiter.

– When the vehicle is scrapped,

contact an approved dealer for

disposal of the gas generators for

the pretensioners and airbags.

Load limiter

In the event of a severe frontal impact

and if the ignition is switched on, the

system may engage the following de-

pending on the force of the impact:

Above a certain severity of impact, this

mechanism is used to limit the force of

the belt against the body so that it is at

an acceptable level.

– the seat belt inertia reel preten-

sioner 1 which instantly retracts the

seat belt,

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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (2/6)

Each airbag system consists of:

– an airbag and gas generator are

fitted in the steering wheel for the

driver and in the dashboard for the

passenger;

– an electronic unit for system monitor-

ing which controls the gas generator

electrical trigger system;

– a single warning light

instrument panel;

– remote sensors (depending on the

vehicle).

on the

driver and passenger front

Airbags

Fitted to the driver and passenger

sides.

The presence of this equipment is indi-

cated by the word “Airbag” on the steer-

ing wheel, dashboard (in the airbag 1

area) and, depending on the vehicle,

on a label on the lower section of the

windscreen.

The airbag system uses py-

rotechnic principles. This

explains why, when the

airbag inflates, it will gener-

ate heat, produce smoke (this does

not mean that a fire is about to start)

and make a banging noise. In a situ-

ation where an airbag is required, it

will inflate immediately and this may

cause some minor, superficial graz-

ing to the skin or other problems.

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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (3/6)

Operating faults

This warning light comes on

when the engine is started and then

goes out after approximately three sec-

onds.

If it does not come on when the ignition

is switched on or if it stays on, there is a

fault in the system.

Contact your approved Dealer as soon

as possible.

Your protection will be reduced until this

fault is rectified.

Operation

This system is only operational when

the ignition is switched on.

In a severe frontal impact, the airbag(s)

inflate rapidly, cushioning the impact of

the driver's head and chest against the

steering wheel and of the front passen-

ger against the dashboard. They then

deflate immediately so that the passen-

gers are not in any way hindered when

leaving the vehicle.

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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (4/6)

The following cases cause the pre-

tensioners or airbags to operate

In a frontal impact with another vehi-

cle of an equivalent or higher category,

with an impact area equal to or greater

than 40%, where the speed of both ve-

hicles is equal to or greater than 25 mph

(40 km/h).

In a side impact with another vehicle

of an equivalent or higher category, at

an impact speed equal to or greater

than 31 mph (50 km/h).

In a frontal impact against a rigid

(non-deformable) surface at an impact

speed equal to or greater than 16 mph

(25 km/h).

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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (5/6)

In the following examples, the pre-

tensioners and airbags could oper-

ate:

In the following examples, the pre-

tensioners and airbags might not

operate:

– side impact to the front or rear of the

vehicle;

– frontal impact, under the tail of a

lorry;

– impact under vehicle such as pave-

ment;

– rear impact, however severe;

– the vehicle overturning;

– ...

– frontal impact against an obstacle

with a sharp angle;

– potholes;

– drop or hard landing;

– stones;

– ...

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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (6/6)

All of the warnings below are given so that the airbag is not obstructed in any way when it is inflated and also to prevent

the risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when it inflates.

Warnings concerning the driver’s airbag

– Do not modify the steering wheel or the steering wheel boss.

– Do not cover the steering wheel boss under any circumstances.

– Do not attach any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the steering wheel boss.

– The steering wheel must not be removed (except by qualified personnel from our Network).

– Do not sit too close to the steering wheel when driving: sit with your arms slightly bent (see “Adjusting your driving position”

➥ 1.21). This will allow sufficient space for the airbag to deploy correctly and be fully effective.

Warnings concerning the passenger airbag

– Do not attach or glue any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the dashboard on or near the airbag.

– Do not place anything between the dashboard and the passenger (pet, umbrella, walking stick, parcels, etc.).

– The passenger must not put his or her feet on the dashboard or seat as there is a risk that serious injuries may occur. In

general, parts of the body should be kept away from the dashboard (knees, hands, head, etc.).

– The devices in addition to the front passenger seat belt should be reactivated as soon as a child seat is removed, to ensure

the protection of the passenger in the event of an impact.

A REAR-FACING CHILD SEAT MUST NOT BE FITTED TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT UNLESS THE

RESTRAINT SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SEATBELT ARE DEACTIVATED ➥ 1.51.

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