2004 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 24

Additional Information About Your Airbags Automatic front seat belt tensioners (see page 20 ). Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe frontal impact or side impact in models equipped with side airbags. 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). A driver's seat position sensor that monitors the seat position. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag will inflate with less force (see page 26 ). Front passenger's weight sensors that monitor the weight on the seat. These prevent the passenger's airbag from inflating if the weight is less than about 65 lbs (30 kg) (see page 26 ). An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags (see page 63 ). An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that the passenger's front airbag has been turned off (see page 31 ). Emergency backup power in case your vehicle's electrical system is disconnected in a crash. How Your Front Airbags Work If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision, sensors will detect the vehicle's rapid deceleration. If the rate of deceleration is high enough, the control unit will instantly inflate the driver's and front passenger's front airbags, at the time and with the force needed. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety 23