Airbags do not replace seat belts in any way and are one of the important elements of passive safety in a vehicle. It should be borne in mind that the greatest effectiveness of airbags is achieved only when used in conjunction with seat belts with force limiters.
In the event of a collision, electronic impact sensors record and instantly analyze the magnitude of the vehicle's sudden deceleration. If the airbags reach their deployment threshold during an impact, they are instantly ejected and filled with working gas and, as they inflate, deploy in front of the driver and passenger.
When the driver and front passenger are supported by fully inflated airbags, their forward momentum is dampened and the risk of head and upper body injuries is significantly reduced.
The air bag is designed in such a way that during a frontal impact, under the influence of the body load of the driver or the passenger sitting next to him, a controlled release of gas from the bag occurs to soften the impact of the head and upper body, while they are reduced in volume. This is intended to ensure that visibility and the ability to quickly exit the vehicle are not obstructed. Airbags do not deploy in less severe impacts, where seat belts alone are sufficient to provide optimal protection. The force of the impact depends on the type of obstacle and the speed of the vehicle at the moment of collision.
The airbag inflates at high speed in a matter of seconds, which ensures reliable protection in the event of an accident.
The appearance of a large amount of fine dust in the cabin when the airbags inflate is considered normal and should not be a cause for concern.
The airbags only work when the ignition is on.
Note: Gas escaping from the pillow may cause minor irritation.
Warning!
- The maximum protective effect of seat belts and airbags is achieved only if the seats are correctly adjusted.
- Sit in a natural upright posture.
- Do not place anything between people in the front seats and the airbags (for example, animals, children or any objects). They may interfere with the operation of the airbags or injure people in the front seats.
- It is strictly forbidden for anyone other than qualified personnel from Peugeot service stations to carry out any work on the airbag systems.
- After an accident, it is imperative to check the airbag system.
- All components of the airbag system are designed to operate for 10 years from the date of vehicle production. At the end of the specified period, replace them at a Peugeot service station.
Data published on the website PeugeotBook.ru