Airbag System; Description Of The Airbag System - Skoda Octavia Tour Owner's Manual

Airbag system

Description of the airbag system

General information on the airbag system
The front airbag system is complementary to the three-point seat belts and offers
additional protection for the head and chest area of the driver and passenger in the
event of a frontal collision.
In the case of a violent side crash, the side airbags* and head airbags* reduce the
risk of injuries to the occupants on the side of the collision 
The airbag system is only functional after the ignition has been switched on.
The operational readiness of the airbag system is monitored electronically. The
airbag indicator light comes on for a few seconds each time the ignition is switched
on.
The airbag system (according to vehicle equipment) consists of:
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an electronic control unit,
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front airbag for the driver and the front seat passenger*,
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side airbags*,
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head airbags*,
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an airbag warning light in the instrument cluster,
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a key-operated switch for switching on/off the front seat passenger airbag*
 page 96,
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an indicator light for a switched off front seat passenger airbag* in the middle
of the dash panel  page 96.
A fault in the airbag system exists if:
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the airbag indicator light does not light up when the ignition is switched on,
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the airbag indicator light does not go out after about 4 seconds after the ignition
is switched on,
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the airbag indicator light goes out and comes on again after the ignition is
switched on,
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the airbag indicator light comes on or flickers when driving,
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an airbag indicator light showing a switched-off front passenger airbag* in the
middle of the dash panel flashes.
Using the system Safety
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possible effect when the airbag is deployed, the front seats must be correctly
adjusted to match the body size of the occupant  page 82, "Correct seated
position".
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an incorrect seated position, you are exposing yourself to increased risk of injury
in the event of an accident.
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exists. Otherwise, there is a risk of the airbag not being activated in the event
of an accident.
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might result in the airbag being deployed.
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dent. The airbag system must then be replaced if the airbag has been deployed.
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the new owner. Please note that the documents relating to the possibility of
deactivating the front passenger airbag are also part of the vehicle documents!
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essential to observe the relevant safety precautions. The authorised Škoda
Service Partners are familiar with these regulations.
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comply with the national legal requirements.
When are the airbags deployed?
The airbag system is designed in such a way that the driver and front passenger
airbag are deployed in the event of a violent frontal collision.
In the case of a violent side collision, the side airbag* on the side of the vehicle at
which the collision occurs, is deployed together with the relevant head airbag*.
In special accident scenarios, the front as well as the relevant side and head airbags
may be deployed together.
Driving Tips General Maintenance
WARNING
To enable the occupants of a vehicle to be protected with the greatest
If you do not fasten the seat belts when driving, lean too far forward or adopt
Have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist garage if a fault
No modifications of any kind may be made to parts of the airbag system.
It is prohibited to manipulate individual parts of the airbag system as this
The protective function of the airbag system is sufficient for only one acci-
The airbag system needs no maintenance during its working life.
If you sell your car, please hand over the complete vehicle documentation to
If the vehicle or individual parts of the airbag system are scrapped, it is
When disposing of vehicle or parts of the airbag system, it is important to
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