Passenger-Side Air Bag Module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
When sensors close, signaling an impact, air bag igniters trigger inflator. Since passenger-side air bag is larger than driver-side air bag, inflator contains more gas generant in a different configuration to produce more gas. When air bag is activated, instrument panel trim cover tears at seams and hinges, allowing deployment. Passenger-side air bag module is only serviced as a complete assembly.