Renault 2005 Megane Owner's Manual page 37

METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS
Operation
This system is only operational
when the ignition is switched on.
In a severe frontal impact, the
airbags inflate rapidly, cushioning
the impact of the driver's head and
chest against the steering wheel and
the front passenger against the
dashboard. The airbags then deflate
immediately so that the passengers
are not in any way hindered from
leaving the vehicle.
Special feature of the front
airbag
Depending on the severity of the
impact, this has two deployment
volumes and incorporates
internal ventilation system
prevent burns caused
escaping gases:
- "low volume" airbag: this is the
first level of deployment;
- "large volume" airbag: the airbag
seams tear so that a greater volume
of gas is released into the airbag
(for the most severe impacts).
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Operating faults
Warning light 1 will light up on the
instrument panel when the ignition
is switched on and then will go out
after a few seconds.
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If it does not light up when the
by the
ignition is switched on, or comes on
when the engine is running, there is
a fault in the system.
Consult your RENAULT Dealer as
soon as possible. Your protection
will be reduced until this fault is
rectified.
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