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.
Control Module
The control module contains a processor, an electro-mechanical safety sensor, a micro-mechanical acceleration sensor, a voltage converter, and power backup. Acceleration sensor senses acceleration and retardation in direction in which vehicle is moving. When retardation increases beyond a certain value, processor starts to process signal from acceleration sensor more carefully. If retardation continues to increase and exceeds value which has been defined as being the beginning of a collision, processor will send a current impulse to electric detonators which will release air bags and belt tensioners. Power backup is supplied with power from voltage converter, which increases voltage to about 24 volts. There is a power backup for each detonator, and one additional backup, which for a short time keeps processor operating in event of a loss of power.
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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.
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