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What does the restraints control module do?
The restraints control module deploys (activates) the front seatbelt pretensioners, driver airbag, passenger airbag, seat mounted side airbags and the Safety Canopy. Based on the type of crash, the restraints control module deploys the appropriate safety devices.
What is s61 recall?
vehicles may experience a loss of air bag and seat belt pretensioner deployment. capability during a crash due to a shorting condition resulting in a negative voltage. transient that travels to the Occupant Restraint Controller via the front impact.
Can I drive my car without the airbag module?
While a vehicle can still run without an airbag module, it is strongly recommended that drivers do not operate the vehicle without it being installed—unless an emergency situation arises and there is no other option.
What is restraint control system?
The Restraint Control System is the core of a vehicle’s passive safety concept. Acceleration and pressure sensors detect vehicle crashes.
What are automatic restraint systems that require no action on the part of vehicle occupants?
All new cars manufactured after September 1, 1983, will be required to have passive restraint systems requiring no action by occupants. The two systems being considered are air bags and automatic seat belts.
How does a seat occupancy sensor work?
A vehicle’s passenger occupancy sensor detects whether a passenger is in the seat and decides whether or not to allow the airbag to deploy in the event of an accident. If the sensor determines a weight on the seat is not a person, the airbag does not deploy.
Can you use a used air bag module?
If you’re thinking of using a used airbag module for your vehicle, it’s best to take your car to an SRS repair service to ensure that your vehicle can handle this component. Besides that, they’ll need to reprogram and reset the module to ensure it works properly with your vehicle.
What is an active restraint device?
An active restraint system is one that the occupants must make an effort to use. Conventional, manually operated seat belts are classified as an active restraint system. A passive restraint system is one that operates automatically. Two types of passive restraint systems are automatic seat belts and air bags.
What is restraint sensor?
What are the two categories of passenger restraints?
There are only two major passive restraint systems: air bags (or cushions) and automatic belts.
What is an active occupant protection system?
Occupant protection refers to safety features designed to protect occupants of motor vehicles in the event of a crash. These systems can be ‘active’ or ‘passive. ‘ Active devices provide protection only if the user performs some specific act, such as fastening a seat belt.