RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Air Bag: Description and Operation
Driver's Side Airbag
DESCRIPTION
The airbag module protective trim cover is the most visible part of the driver side airbag system. The module is mounted directly to the steering
wheel. Located under the airbag module trim cover are the airbag cushion, and the airbag cushion supporting components. The airbag module
includes a housing to which the cushion and inflator are attached and sealed. The airbag module cannot be repaired, and must be replaced if
deployed or in any way damaged.
OPERATION
The inflator assembly is mounted to the back of the module. The inflator seals the hole in the airbag cushion so it can discharge the gas it produces
directly into the cushion when supplied with the proper electrical signal. The protective trim cover is fitted to the front of the airbag module and
forms a decorative cover in the center of the steering wheel. Upon airbag deployment, this cover will split at the predetermined breakout line.
