Challenger V8-5.7L (2010)
inflator is sealed to the back of the airbag housing and a diffuser in the inflator directs all of the inert gas into the airbag cushion, causing the cushion to
inflate. As the cushion inflates, the driver airbag trim cover will split at predetermined breakout lines, then fold back out of the way along with the horn
switch unit. Following an airbag deployment, the airbag cushion quickly deflates by venting the inert gas towards the instrument panel through vent holes
within the fabric used to construct the back (steering wheel side) panel of the airbag cushion.
Some of the chemicals used to create the inert gas may be considered hazardous while in their solid state before they are burned, but they are securely
sealed within the airbag inflator. Typically, both initiators are used and all potentially hazardous chemicals are burned during an airbag deployment
event.
The inert gas that is produced when the chemicals are burned is harmless. However, a small amount of residue from the burned chemicals may cause
some temporary discomfort if it contacts the skin, eyes, or breathing passages. If skin or eye irritation is noted, rinse the affected area with plenty of cool,
clean water. If breathing passages are irritated, move to another area where there is plenty of clean, fresh air to breath. If the irritation is not alleviated by
these actions, contact a physician.
Passenger Air Bag - Description
DESCRIPTION
The passenger airbag used in this model is a multistage, Next Generation-type that complies with revised federal airbag standards to deploy with less
force than those used in some prior models. The passenger airbag consists of a stamped and welded metal housing, the airbag cushion, the airbag inflator,
and a stamped metal airbag cushion retainer plate that is secured to the airbag housing. The airbag housing contains the airbag inflator and the folded
airbag cushion. A rectangular fabric cushion is used.
The airbag inflator is a non-azide, pyrotechnic-type unit that is secured to and sealed within the airbag housing. A short four-wire pigtail harness with a
keyed, yellow connector insulator connects the two inflator initiators to the vehicle electrical system through the instrument panel wire harness.
This passenger airbag cannot be repaired, and must be replaced if deployed, faulty, or in any way damaged.
The horizontal surface of the injection molded, thermoplastic passenger airbag door (2) is the most visible part of the passenger airbag. The passenger
airbag door is located above the glove box opening on the top of the instrument panel, in front of the front seat passenger seating position.
