AUTO18
Module 18: Air Bags (Core)

Note: Students should not work on air bag systems. Only certified technicians should diagnose and repair air bag systems.

Outcome
Examine the evolution of automobile air bags and associated sensors.
Indicators
(a) Identify the location and function of the components of an automobile air bag system.
(b) Research the evolution of air bag systems in automobiles, including increased safety achieved through each improved design.
(c) Describe “safing” and arming sensors to ensure deployment of an air bag when a collision is severe enough to warrant it.
(d) Describe how certified technicians disarm an air bag system prior to repair and re-arm air bag systems when finished a repair.
(e) Propose an innovative air bag system, including considerations such as automobile type, rate of deployment, placement of air bag system, laws of motion and injury prevention to automobile occupants.
(f) Compare legislation related to air bags in Saskatchewan with other Canadian jurisdictions.
(g) Describe how automobiles are certified to be road safe after a collision.
(h) Explore the advantages and disadvantages of turning on and off automobile air bag sensors.
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•  Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing. Instructor's Resource CD
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