Subaru LEGACY 2002 Quick Reference Index page 536

Airbag System
2. SIDE AIRBAGS
The side airbags provide the driver and front passenger with a restraint supplementary to that by
the seat belts in the event of a side-on collision. When an impact greater than the set level is ap-
plied to either side of the vehicle, the relevant side airbag sensor sends an ignition signal to the
corresponding airbag control module. The side airbag module operates to inflate the airbag, thus
reducing the shock inflicted in the outside upper body (chest) of the driver or front passenger.
AIRBAG SYSTEM
AB-4
Collision
Side airbag sensor detects
an impact greater than the
set level.
Inflators is ignited.
Gas is generated.
Airbag inflation completes.
Gas is discharged.
Airbag deflates.
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