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.
Description & Operation: Notes
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), also known as air bag system, is designed to provide increased accident protection for driver and passenger by deploying air bags in a front-end or side collision. The air bag system is designed to be used in conjunction with 3-point seat belts.
The air bag system includes the following components: driver-side air bag module (steering wheel pad), passenger-side air bag module, right and left-side air bag modules, spiral cable, right and left front seat belt pretensioners, AIR BAG warning light, air bag sensor assembly, right- and left-side air bag sensor assemblies, right and left front air bag sensors and associated wiring harnesses. See COMPONENT LOCATIONS .
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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.