This airbag, simply put, deploys during a moderate to severe side impact collision. It works alongside the seatbelt to cushion you, protecting your head and torso from hitting the interior of the vehicle. It's a really quick, forceful inflation—happens in milliseconds. Modern vehicles sometimes have multiple side airbags – one for the torso and one for the head, but they all function on the same principle of rapid inflation to absorb impact energy. It's a crucial piece of the overall supplemental restraint system. Think of your seatbelt as the primary defense, and the airbag as a secondary layer. It's designed to work with the seatbelt, not replace it. Sensors detect a severe side impact, send a signal to the airbag module, and that triggers the inflation. It's all electronically controlled, and it ties into the vehicle’s computer system. Honestly, it’s a life – saving device. A side impact can be incredibly dangerous, and the airbag significantly reduces the risk of serious injury. You’ll notice if it’s ever deployed – there's a warning light on the dash, and of course, it’ll be visibly different. But even if it hasn’t, it's something that needs to be functioning properly. If you’ve been in any kind of side impact, or your airbag warning light is on, getting it checked out is really important. You can find a replacement on sites like Fixparts Online if needed, but getting it properly installed is key. It acts like a shield in a bad situation, and you want to make sure that shield is ready when you need it. Better than the rest: Side Airbag (MPN 3AB880242A) is backed by a 12-month warranty!

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