The airbag warning light is an orange alert indicator located on your car's dashboard. This light appears when the airbag system has been deployed or if it has been manually deactivated.
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Represented by the word AIRBAG or a figure wearing a seatbelt with a circle in front (indicating an open airbag in front of a passenger). It is visible on the dashboard.
This orange indicator confirms the proper functioning of the airbag system.
How do airbags work?
Airbags are air cushions (hence the English name airbag) that inflate upon impact to protect vehicle occupants.
They are part of the vehicle’s passive safety system, just like seat belts.
Origins of the airbag safety system
The airbag system was first installed in lunar probes such as Mars Pathfinder and Mars Exploration Rover in 1966 before being introduced to cars seven years later.
In fact, the first airbags were installed in 1973 on Chevrolet vehicles, initially designed to replace seat belts.
Although the driver's airbag has been mandatory in France since 2015, passenger airbags are still installed in all new vehicles today.
Is my car equipped with airbags?
Since the airbag system is not mandatory (except for the driver) and relatively recent, you might wonder if your vehicle has airbags. The owner’s manual will inform you about the presence of airbags, their number, and their locations.
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Can the passenger airbag be deactivated?
Yes, you can legally deactivate airbags (except for the driver’s airbag), and in some cases, you are even required to do so.
For example, when installing a baby seat in the passenger seat, you must disable the airbag for that seat. An airbag inflates at a speed of 250 km/h, which at such a velocity could cause serious or even fatal injuries to a child in a forward-facing car seat.
What is the purpose of airbags?
Airbags are air-filled cushions that inflate upon collision to absorb the impact for the occupants inside the vehicle.
Why is my airbag light on?
Several factors can cause the airbag warning light to turn on:
- Low battery voltage
- Faulty connectors
- Deceleration sensor issues
- Electronic error
A diagnostic check at a mechanic using a Car Diagnostics Scanner is necessary to identify and resolve the issue.
The airbag sensor is located under the seat. Often, the warning light blinks because the connector under the seat has become unplugged or has a faulty connection.
How to Turn Off the Airbag Warning Light?
There are different ways to turn off the airbag warning light.
A diagnostic scan can detect potential airbag-related issues that trigger the dashboard warning light.
After necessary repairs, the Car Diagnostics Scanner allows you to clear error codes and remove the airbag warning message, turning off the dashboard warning light.
Conclusion
The airbag system is part of the car’s passive safety features, and its dashboard warning light ensures that it functions properly.
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