Side Air Bag Module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln MKX and 2007 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
References to side air bag modules refer to the seat side air bag module, not to the steering wheel or instrument panel mounted air bag components of the supplemental restraint system (SRS).
NOTE:
When servicing a seat equipped with a side air bag module, refer to SEATING
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A side air bag module provides protection of the thorax area (between the neck and abdomen) of the body, working in conjunction with the head protection provided by a safety canopy module.
The side air bag module:
- will deploy upon receiving a flow of current from the restraints control module (RCM), initiated by the side impact sensor and internal RCM circuitry.
- is installed as an assembly.
- is mounted in the driver or passenger seat backrest.
- is used in conjunction with a safety canopy module.