Kia Sportage: Airbag Module / Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module Description and operation

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2024) Service Manual / Restraint / Airbag Module / Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module Description and operation

Description

The passenger airbag (PAB) is installed inside the crash pad and protects the front passenger in the event of a frontal crash. The SRSCM determines if and when to deploy the PAB.

Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib) even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental airbag deployment will result in serious personal injury.

Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring Repair procedures

Inspection Air bag module If any improper parts are found during the following inspection, replace the airbag module with a new one. ...

Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module Components and components location

Components 1. Passenger Airbag (PAB) ...

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