Driver Airbag Location
Warning! Be sure to read the information about the SRS system on the labels located on the back of the sun visor on the driver's side and inside the glove box.
Warning! As the name of the SRS system indicates, this system is designed to complement and work in conjunction with, and is not a replacement for, the driver's and front passenger's three-point seat belts. Therefore, while in the car, you must always fasten your seat belts. Moreover, the airbags will only deploy in very severe impacts, when the impact occurs at an angle of 30°from the vehicle's longitudinal axis, and will not deploy in side and rear impacts or when the vehicle is rolled onto the roof. Also, the airbags only deploy once. Therefore, you must always wear seat belts.
Warning! The driver should lean back as far as possible while maintaining control of the vehicle. If you sit too close to an airbag, it can cause serious injury or even death if it deploys.
Warning! Do not place any objects on or near the airbag in the steering wheel, instrument panel and dash above the glove box, as such objects could cause injury if the airbag deploys on impact.
Warning! If an airbag has been deployed, it must be replaced by an authorized dealer "Hyundai".
Warning! Do not attempt to repair or disconnect the wires of the SRS system or any of its components. Doing so may result in injury caused by the accidental deployment of the airbags or the SRS system may fail.
Warning! Do not install a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. In the event of an accident and the airbag deploys, children can be seriously injured.
Warning! Do not let children ride in the front passenger seat. If older children can already ride in the front seat, make sure they are properly restrained and that the seat is pushed back as far as possible.
Warning! To ensure maximum protection in all types of collisions, all occupants, including the driver, must wear their seat belts at all times, regardless of the presence of an airbag in that seat, to minimize the risk of injury in the event of an accident. Do not lean too close to the airbag when the vehicle is moving.
Warning! In order to provide protection in a collision, the SRS airbags inflate with great force. If the occupant is not wearing a seat belt, the airbag may hit the occupant hard, resulting in serious injury.
Functions and elements of the SRS system
Additional passive safety system (SRS) includes the following components:
- driver's frontal airbag assembly;
- front passenger airbag assembly;
- knee support;
- control lamp of the SRS system;
- SRS electronic control unit.
The SRS electronic control unit constantly monitors all system components when the ignition key is in the "ON" (On), and determines whether a frontal or near-frontal impact was strong enough to deploy the airbags.
The SRS warning light in the instrument cluster will flash for approximately 6 seconds after the ignition key is turned to "ON" (On) or after starting the engine, after which this lamp should go out.
The airbags are located in the middle of the steering wheel and in the panel opposite the front passenger seat above the glove box. When the SRS ECU detects a frontal impact of sufficient severity, it automatically deploys the airbags.
Location of the passenger airbag in the front seat
During the deployment of the airbags, the airbag expanding when inflated with gas knocks out the cover, which breaks along a special seam.
Driver airbag deployment
A fully deployed airbag in combination with a properly fastened seat belt slows the driver or front passenger forward, thereby reducing the risk of head and chest injury.
Deployed driver's airbag
Slowing the driver forward and reducing the risk of head and chest injury
After the airbag is fully inflated, it immediately begins to deflate, opening the front view to the driver.
Deployed driver and front passenger airbags
Warning! When placing a container of liquid air freshener in the vehicle interior, do not place it near the instrument panel or on the surface of the instrument panel trim. If liquid leaks from the air freshener bottle and gets on the instrument panel, instrument panel trim or ventilation vent, it may damage these parts.
Warning! When the SRS airbag deploys, a sharp loud pop is heard and some smoke and dust is emitted (powder). These phenomena are not dangerous and are normal. However, dust (powder), produced when the airbags are inflated, can irritate the skin. After deploying the airbags, be sure to wash your face and hands with soap and warm water.
Warning! The SRS only works when the ignition key is in the "ON" (On). If the SRS warning light does not come on or stays on after flashing for approximately 6 seconds after the ignition key is turned to "ON" (On), after starting the engine, or lights up while driving, this indicates a malfunction of the SRS system. Contact your authorized Hyundai dealer immediately to have the SRS system checked.
Warning! Before changing the fuse or disconnecting the wire from the negative battery terminal, turn the ignition key to the "LOCK" (blocking) or remove the key from the ignition. Do not remove or replace the fuses related to the SRS system when the ignition key is in the "ON" (On). Failure to observe this precaution will cause the SRS warning light to come on.
Side airbag
The side airbag is located on the side of the front seatbacks. The purpose of this airbag is to provide additional protection for the driver and/or front passenger in addition to protecting the seat belts. These air bags inflate only in some side impacts, depending on their severity, angle, speed and location. The side airbags do not deploy in all side impacts.
Deployed side airbag
Location of impact sensors for side airbags
Warning! For better side airbag protection and to avoid injury, front seat occupants should sit up straight with their seat belt properly fastened. The driver's hands must rest on the steering wheel at the 9:00 and 15:00 positions. The passenger's hands should be on their knees.
Warning! Additional seat covers should not be used as this may reduce or negate the effectiveness of the system.
Warning! Do not install accessories on or near the side airbag.
Warning! Do not apply excessive force to the side of the seat.
Warning! Do not place any objects on or between you and the airbag.
Warning! Do not put any items (e.g. an umbrella or a bag) between the front door and the seat. Such items can be dangerous and could cause injury if the side airbag deploys.
Warning! To avoid unexpected deployment of the side airbag, which could result in injury, avoid hitting the side airbag sensor while the ignition is on.
Maintenance of the additional SRS airbag system
The SRS Supplementary Restraint System is maintenance-free and does not contain components and parts that you can safely service yourself. The additional passive safety system SRS as a whole should be checked by an authorized Hyundai dealer every 10 years from the date of manufacture of the vehicle.
Any maintenance work on the optional SRS (airbags) or parts located near it, should only be carried out by an authorized Hyundai dealer. Do not allow anyone other than an authorized HYUNDAI dealer to maintain, inspect or repair any components and wiring of the additional SRS passive restraint system, as well as work on or remove these components.
Warning! Never install on a front passenger seat equipped with an airbag, a child seat in which the child is positioned with his back in the direction of travel of the car.
Warning! Modifications to SRS components or wiring, including affixing decals to airbag pad covers, may adversely affect the operation of the SRS and may result in serious injury.
Warning! Use only a soft, dry cloth or a cloth lightly dampened with clean water to clean the airbag pad covers. Washing solutions or cleaners can adversely affect the airbag pad covers and prevent them from functioning properly.
Warning! Do not place objects of any kind on or near the steering wheel airbag modules, instrument panel, and panel opposite the front passenger seat above the glove compartment as they may prevent the airbag from deploying properly and may themselves cause injury if thrown into the passenger compartment with great force when inflating the airbag.
Warning! The SRS Supplementary Restraint System is designed for single use only. Once deployed, the airbags cannot be used again. They should be replaced immediately and the entire air bag system should be checked by an authorized Hyundai dealer.
Warning! Any work on or disconnection of the SRS wiring or other components of the SRS system may cause the airbags to inflate suddenly or malfunction, which can ultimately result in serious injury.
Warning! If your vehicle has been flooded above floor level, do not attempt to start the engine; have the vehicle towed to an authorized HYUNDAI dealer.