Airbag System - Chevrolet Aveo Owner's Manual

40 Seats, restraints

Airbag system

The airbag system consists of a
number of individual systems.
When triggered the airbags inflate
within milliseconds. They also deflate
so quickly that it is often unnoticeable
during the collision.
9 Warning
If handled improperly the airbag
systems can be triggered in an
explosive manner.
The driver should sit back as far as
possible while still maintaining
control of the vehicle. If you are
sitting too close to the airbag, it
can cause death or serious injury
when it inflates.
For maximum safety protection in
all types of crashes, all occupants
including the driver should always
wear their seat belts to minimise
the risk of severe injury or death in
the event of a crash. Do not sit or
lean unnecessarily close to the
airbag while the vehicle is in
motion.
The airbag may cause facial or
body scratch, injury by broken
glasses or getting burnt by
explosion while airbag is
deployed.
Note
The airbag systems and belt
tensioner control electronics are
located in the centre console area.
Do not put any magnetic objects in
this area.
Do not stick anything on the airbag
covers and do not cover them with
other materials.
Each airbag is triggered only once.
Have deployed airbags replaced by
a workshop.
Do not make any modifications to
the airbag system as this will
invalidate the vehicle type approval.
In the event of airbag deployment
have the steering wheel, the
instrument panel, all panelling parts,
the door seals, the handles and the
seats replaced by a workshop.
When an airbag deploys, there may
be a loud noise and smoke. These
conditions are normal and are not
dangerous but it may stimulate skin
of the passenger. If the stimulation is
persistent, contact a doctor.
9 Danger
Never allow children or infants and
pregnant women and the old and
the weak sit in the front passenger
seats fitted with airbags.
Furthermore, do not drive with a
baby seat fitted thereon. In case of
an accident, the impact from the
inflated airbag can cause facial
injury or death.