Grand Cherokee 2WD L6-4.0L VIN S (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 horn switch, 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 airbag 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 a predetermined breakout
line.
