Kia Sportage: SRS components and functions. Driver's and passenger's front air bags

SRS components and functions

Front impact sensors Front passenger air bag module Front passenger air bag ON/OFF switch, if equipped SRS control module (SRSCM)/rollover sensor, if equipped Side pressure sensors, if equipped Side air bag modules, if equipped Curtain air bag modules, if equipped Side impact sensors, if equipped Front centre side air bag module, if equipped Air bag warning light Driver's front air bag module Seat belt retractor pre-tensioner assemblies

Equipment shown may vary by Kia Sportage trim, selected options and region. Features marked “if equipped” are available only on vehicles fitted with them.

Operating conditions

• When the vehicle is switched to ON, the SRS air bag warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds, then turns off.

WARNING

Any of the following warning-light behaviours may indicate an SRS malfunction. Have the system inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends contacting an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.

• The warning light does not illuminate briefly when the vehicle is switched to ON.

• The warning light remains illuminated after the initial approximately 6-second period.

• The warning light comes on while the vehicle is moving.

• The warning light flashes while the vehicle is in ON.

Driver's and passenger's front air bags

The words “AIR BAG” are moulded into the steering wheel air bag cover and into the front passenger's panel above the glove box to identify the air bag locations.

The driver air bag module is in the centre of the steering wheel. The front passenger air bag module is in the panel above the glove box. If the SRS control module (SRSCM) detects a sufficiently severe frontal impact, it automatically commands the front air bags to deploy.

As an air bag inflates, pressure causes tear seams moulded into its cover to separate. The cover then opens far enough to allow the air bag to inflate fully.

A fully inflated air bag works with a correctly worn seat belt to slow the forward movement of the driver or front passenger, helping reduce the risk of head and chest injuries.

After inflating, the air bag begins to deflate immediately. This helps the driver retain forward visibility and continue steering or operating the vehicle's controls.

NOTE

See the warnings, cautions and notes in “Air bag Precautions.”

Out of position warning

The out-of-position warning detects whether the front passenger is sitting in a position that could affect air bag deployment. If the system detects an improper seating position, the front passenge...

Side air bag and front centre side air bag: (if equipped). Curtain air bag

Side air bag and front centre side air bag: (if equipped) The Kia Sportage is fitted with side air bags in the front seats and, if equipped, a front centre side air bag in the driver's seat. These...