Rescue

The Airbag ID: A 2001 Model Year Update

May 1, 2001

Utilizing information from this University of Extrication presentation, the vehicle rescue technician can improve their ability to quickly locate and comprehend the information presented by the airbags IDs found on model year 2001 and newer vehicles.

SUBJECT:AirbagsTOPIC:Airbag Cut-Off SwitchesOBJECTIVE:Understand the influence of airbag cut-off switches on rescue and EMS procedures at vehicle crash incidentsTASK:Using the Dodge Dakota Sport case study, develop a plan of action for dealing with a driver trapped in a vehicle with a loaded passenger airbag

Mercedes, like BMW and others, places side-impact airbags inside the doors. The ML430 SUV, for example, has an airbag ID on both the front and rear door panels. Nothing new here, but make sure you scan the door panel closely to see the ID. Notice how it blends into the interior trim colors of the vehicle. Remember, for door-mounted airbags, the airbag unit will always be toward the latch end of the door and above the level of the armrest. The ID will be in this area as well.

At crash scenes with cars