Technical data

Airbag SRS

Side airbags*

Side airbags are designed to protect the thorax region of the torso

and will only deploy in the event of a severe side impact. They will

not inflate as a result of a frontal or rear impact only.

In the event of a severe side collision, the airbag on the impact side

of the car breaks through the seat covering, rapidly inflating to

form a cushion between the occupant and the side of the car. The

airbag on the non-impact side of the car will not be deployed.

Note that a part of the outer side of the seat trim (identified by the

woven 'airbag' label) is specially constructed to enable the airbag to

deploy.

Ensure that a gap is maintained between the upper torso and

the side of the car, to enable unobstructed inflation of the side

airbag.

NOTE: The manufacture and materials of the seat are critical to the

performance of the airbag. For this reason, unapproved seat covers must

NEVER be fitted, and it is recommended that any repair or replacement

to the front seats be carried out by an MG Rover dealer.

Airbag SRS warning light

A warning light, mounted on the instrument panel, will alert you to

any malfunction of the airbag SRS and seat belt pre-tensioners. The

light will illuminate as a bulb and system check when the starter switch

is turned to position ‘II’ and will extinguish after approximately six

seconds. The system should always be checked by a dealer if any of the

following symptoms occur:

• The warning light fails to illuminate when the starter switch is

turned to position ‘II’.

• The warning light fails to extinguish within approximately six

seconds after the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’.

• The warning light illuminates while the car is being driven.

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