There are a number of different types of air bag, including: driver & passenger frontal impact air bags, side impact air bags, and curtain side air bags. There are two different types of air bag triggering mechanisms – electrical and mechanical.
Vehicle safety systems are designed to protect occupants during accidents. They include primary systems, such as bumper bars & seat belts; and secondary systems, such as air bags.
Sensors are located behind the front bumper, headlights, dash and doorsill or 'B' pillar. Some manufacturers also place sensors within the electronic control unit.
There are two types of seat belt pre-tensioner, mechanical & electrical. Seat belt pre-tensioners are used to tighten the seat belt in a severe frontal accident.
Automated Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems or TPMS provide a means of reliable and continuous monitoring of the vehicle tire pressure and are designed to increase safety, decrease fuel consumption and improve vehicle performance.
