Fiat 500 Owner's Handbook Manual page 95

SIDE AIRBAGS
(Side bags - Window bag)
To help increase occupants protection
in the event of a side impact, the
vehicle is equipped with front side bags
(for versions/markets, where provided)
and window bag
(for versions/markets, where provided).
Side bags protect occupants from
side-on crashes of medium/high
severity by placing the bag between
the occupant and the internal parts of
the side structure of the vehicle.
Non-activation of side bags in other
types of collisions (front collisions, rear
shunts, roll-overs, etc.) does not
indicate a system malfunction.
Side bag
(for versions/markets, where provided)
25)
These comprise two instantly inflating
bags located in the front seat
backrests, fig. 74, which protect the
pelvis, chest and shoulder area of the
occupants in the event of a side impact
of medium/high severity.
74
Window bags
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This comprises two "curtain" window
bags located behind the side roof
cover, fig. 75, and are covered by
special trim. They are designed to
protect the head of front passengers in
the event of side collisions, thanks to
the wide cushion inflation surface.
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