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Driver Airbag Module (DAB) and Clock Spring Description and Operation

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Description

  • Driver Airbag (DAB) The DAB is installed on the steering wheel and is electrically connected to the SRSCM through the clock spring. It deploys in a frontal impact to protect the driver.
  • Clock Spring The clock spring transmits the deployment signal generated by the sensors installed in the front and the right/left sides of the vehicle to the inflator (gas generator) of the driver airbag module through an internal cable. It also transmits the deployment signal from the steering wheel remote control switch and the signal to the related systems through an internal cable.

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