Technical information

Side airbag not triggered
The side airbags are located behind the side trim panel in the door in most BMW models. On some BMW models, as well
as on all MINI models, the side airbags are located to the side, in the backrest of the driver's and front passenger seats.
In the event of a side collision, the resulting lateral acceleration is recorded by sensors.
If the triggering threshold is exceeded, the airbag control unit and/or the satellite responsible (= intelligent sensors)
activates the side airbags and, if fitted, also the head airbag.
ITS head airbag
ITS not triggered (in the roof area) and triggered
The ITS head airbag, unlike other airbags, involves a tube system that is secured to the body with seat belt straps.
When the generator is ignited, the diameter of the head airbag increases and its overall length is reduced. This process
stretches the head airbag between the lower end of the A-pillar and the rear mounting on the roof frame.
Unlike the front and side airbags that collapse relatively quickly after inflation, the head airbag retains its gas volume and
therefore offers protection in the event of the vehicle rolling or secondary accidents.
The head airbag can be cut off or cut through at the seat belt straps.
AITS head airbag
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