2002 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 48

Additional Information About Your Airbags SRS Components Your Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) includes: Two front airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked ''SRS AIRBAG.'' Automatic seat belt tensioners (see page 45 ). Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe frontal collision. A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information about the sensors, the control unit, the airbag activators, and driver and passenger seat belt use when the ignition is ON (II). An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with the system (see page 51 ). Emergency backup power in case your car's electrical system is disconnected in a crash. If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision, the sensors will detect the vehicle's rapid deceleration. If the rate of deceleration is high enough, the control unit will instantly inflate the front airbags. How Your Front Airbags Work 48 Driver and Passenger Safety