Buick Enclave: What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
In a deployment event, the sensing
system sends an electrical signal
triggering a release of gas from the
inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the
airbag causing the bag to break out
of the cover. The inflator, the airbag,
and related hardware are all part of
the airbag module.
For airbag location, see Where Are
the Airbags?.
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In moderate to severe frontal or
near frontal collisions, even belted
occupants can contact the steering
wheel or the instrument panel. In
moderate to severe side collisions,
even belted occ
After the frontal airbags and
seat-mounted side impact airbags
inflate, they quickly deflate, so
quickly that some people may not
even realize an airbag inflated.
Roof-rail airbags may still
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To inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly
shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains covered with
dirt, a new filter is required.
To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter:
1. Remove the six screws that secure the
Let us review what driving experts say about what
happens when the three control systems —brakes,
steering, and acceleration — do not have enough friction
where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has
asked.
In any emergency, do not give up. Keep trying to steer
and constant
