Airbag system
Introduction to the topic
The vehicle is equipped with a front airbag for the driver and front passenger. The front airbags
can provide front seat occupants with additional chest and head protection if the seat, seat belts,
head restraints and, in the case of the driver, steering wheel are adjusted and used correctly.
Airbags are meant only for additional protection. The airbags are not a substitute for seat belts.
Seat belts must always be worn, even when the front seats are equipped with front airbags.
WARNING
Never rely solely on the airbag system for your protection.
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Even if an airbag is triggered, it only offers auxiliary protection.
The airbag system offers the best level of protection, and reduces the risk of injury, when
seat belts are properly worn (→ Seat belts, Description).
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Before every trip, each vehicle occupant must adopt the correct sitting position, correctly
fasten the seat belt belonging to their seat and keep it fastened properly throughout the
trip. This applies to all vehicle occupants and also in urban traffic.
WARNING
The risk of injury increases if there are any objects between the vehicle occupants and the
deployment area of the airbag when it is triggered. This will alter the deployment zone of the
airbag, or the objects will be flung against the body.
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Never hold any objects in your hand or on your lap while the vehicle is in motion.
Never transport any objects on the front passenger seat. The objects could enter the
deployment zone of the airbag during sudden braking or driving manoeuvres and then be
flung dangerously through the vehicle interior if the airbag is activated.
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There must be no other persons, animals or objects between the vehicle occupants sitting
on the front seats and rear outer seats and the deployment zones of the airbags. Ensure that
children and passengers keep to this rule.
WARNING
The airbag system can only be triggered once. The system will have to be replaced if the
airbags have been triggered.
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Airbags that have been triggered, and any affected system parts, must immediately be
replaced with new parts that are approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle.
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Repairs and modifications to your vehicle should only be carried out by a qualified
workshop. Qualified workshops have the necessary tools, diagnostic equipment, repair
information and qualified personnel.
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Never use recycled airbag components or components that have been taken from end-of-
life vehicles in your vehicle.
Never alter any components of the airbag system.
WARNING
Fine dust particles or steam may be released when the airbags are triggered. This is normal and
does not mean that there is a fire in the vehicle.
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The fine dust can cause irritation to the skin and eye membranes and cause breathing
difficulties, particularly for people suffering from asthma or people who have (had) other
respiratory problems. To help reduce breathing difficulties, get out of the vehicle or open the
windows or doors for more fresh air.
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If you come into contact with the dust, you should wash your hands and face with a mild
soap and water before eating.
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Do not let the dust get into your eyes or into open wounds.
If dust has entered your eyes, rinse them with water.
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