Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Front Airbag, Passenger
Together with the seat belt, the task of the front airbag on the passenger's side is to reduce the risk of serious injury to the front passenger during a frontal crash. The 2-stage front airbag on the passenger's side is located under the instrument panel.
Inflation of the front passenger airbag breaks the instrument panel at defined points and opens a flap, which is connected to the instrument panel by means of a fabric strap.
The passenger airbag opens in the direction of the windscreen. The passenger airbag emerges in an upward direction and is supported on the windscreen and on the instrument panel.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.