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Driver and passenger side airbags, function - GF91.60-P-4004-02GH

Model 163 

Function 

The left front side airbag ignition squib (R12/9)  and right front side airbag ignition squib (R12/10)  are triggered by an electrical pulse generated by the restraint systems control module (N2/7) (as of 12/99) or ETR control module with airbag (N2/2) (up to 11/99).

The ignition squib ignites the solid propellant which generates a defined volume of gas under high pressure within a very short time. The gas flows through a filter into the airbag, causing the flap in the door liner to tear open and the airbag inflates between the passenger and the door.

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