42uuAirbagsuSide AirbagsSafe DrivingSide AirbagsThe side airbags help protect the upper torso of the driver or a front passengerduring a moderate-to-severe side impact.The side airbags are housed in the outsideedge of the driver’s and passenger’s seat-backs.Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG.When the sensors detect a moderate-to-severe side impact, the control unit signals theside airbag on the impact side to immediatelyinflate.■ Housing Locations1Side AirbagsDo not attach accessories on or near the side airbags.They can interfere with the proper operation of theairbags, or hurt someone if an airbag inflates.If the impact is on the passenger side, the airbag maynot deploy if there is no passenger in the passengerseat.Do not cover or replace the front seat-back coverswithout consulting a dealer.Improperly replacing or covering front seat-backcovers can prevent your side airbags from properlydeploying during a side impact.HousingLocation■ OperationWheninflatedSideAirbag
