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Driver Airbag and Clock Spring Description and Operation

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Description

  • DRIVER AIRBAG (DAB): The DAB is installed in the steering wheel and electrically connected to the SRSCM and clock spring. It deploys in the event of a frontal impact to protect the driver.
  • CLOCK SPRING: The clock spring transmits the deployment signal generated by the sensors installed on the front and left/right sides of the vehicle to the inflator of the driver airbag module through an internal cable. It also transmits the horn switch and horn signal to the steering wheel and the corresponding systems through an internal cable.

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