Volvo S70 Owner's Manual page 10

1999 S70 & V70
The airbag system includes gas generators (1) surrounded by the airbags (2) and front seat belt
tensioners for both of the front seats (4). To deploy the system, the sensor (3) activates the gas
generators causing the airbags to be inflated withnitrogen gas. As the movement of the seat's occupants
compresses the airbags, some of the gas is expelled at a controlled rate to provide better cushioning.
Both seat belt tensioners also deploy, minimizing any seat belt slack.
The entire process, including inflation and deflation of the airbags, takes approximately two-tenths of a
second.
WARNING! When installing any optional equipment, make sure that the SRS system is not damaged.
Do not attempt to service any component of the SRS yourself. Attempting to do so may result in
serious personal injury. If a problem arises, take your car tothe nearest authorized Volvo retailer for
inspection as soon as possible.
pg. 5 Volvo SRS (cont.)
NOTE: All doors will automatically be unlocked if the airbags deploy.
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