Seats, restraints 41Airbag systemThe airbag system consists of anumber of individual systems.When triggered the airbags inflatewithin milliseconds. They also deflateso quickly that it is often unnoticeableduring the collision.9 WarningIf handled improperly the airbagsystems can be triggered in anexplosive manner.NoteThe airbag systems and beltpretensioner control electronics arelocated in the centre console area.Do not put any magnetic objects inthis area.Do not stick anything on the airbagcovers and do not cover them withother materials.Each airbag is triggered only once.Have deployed airbags replaced bya workshop. Furthermore, it might benecessary to have the steeringwheel, the instrument panel, parts ofthe panelling, the door seals,handles and the seats replaced.Do not make any modifications tothe airbag system as this willinvalidate the vehicle type approval.When the airbags inflate, escapinghot gases may cause burns.Control indicator v for airbag systems3 78.Front airbag systemThe front airbag system consists ofone airbag in the steering wheel andone in the instrument panel on thefront passenger side. These can beidentified by the word AIRBAG.Additionally there is a warning labelon the side of the instrument panel,visible when the front passenger dooris open, or on the passenger sunvisor.The front airbag system is triggered inthe event of an accident of a certainseverity. The ignition must be on.
