Tribute 2WD L4-2.3L (2005)
Air Bag: Description and Operation
Driver Air Bag Module
AIR BAG AND SAFETY BELT PRETENSIONER SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
The air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is designed to provide increased collision protection for front seat and second row outboard occupants
in addition to that provided by the three-point safety belt system. Safety belt use is necessary to obtain the best occupant protection and to receive the full
advantage of the SRS. This vehicle line contains dual stage deployment (advanced restraint system) driver and front passenger air bag modules. These
vehicles can also be equipped with optional safety canopies that deploy from the A-pillar to the C-pillar upon a side impact or if a rollover condition is
detected. A unique restraints control module (RCM) is used on these vehicles which will detect a potential rollover condition. In addition, a front impact
severity sensor is mounted to the radiator support bracket, a seat position sensor is mounted to the driver seat and a usage detection switch is added to the
front driver and passenger outboard buckles.
Driver Air Bag Module
NOTE: The driver air bag (soft pack) and steering wheel can be serviced separately or as an assembly.
NOTE: In the event of an air bag deployment, the air bag (soft pack) and steering wheel must be serviced as an assembly.
The driver air bag module:
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is installed new as an assembly.
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is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
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will deploy upon receiving a flow of current from the restraints control module (RCM).
Electrical System
The electrical system that supports the air bag SRS:
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is powered from the battery through the ignition circuit.
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provides the electrical path from the restraints control module (RCM) to the SRS components.
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provides the electrical path from the RCM to the air bag indicator.
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provides the electrical path from the RCM to the data link connector (DLC).
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provides the electrical path from the RCM to the instrument cluster module.
Passenger Air Bag Module
The passenger air bag module:
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is installed new as an assembly.
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is mounted in the passenger-side of the instrument panel.
