Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) components and functions

* The actual position of SRS components may differ from the illustration.
The SRS consists of the following components:
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Driver's front air bag module
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Passenger's front air bag module
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Front side air bag modules
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Curtain air bag modules
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Retractor pre-tensioner assemblies
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Air bag warning light
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SRSCM (SRS Control Module)/rollover sensor
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Front impact sensors
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Side impact sensors
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Side pressure sensors
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Occupant detection system (Front passenger's seat only)
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Front center side air bag module
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Driver's knee airbag module
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Front driver/passenger's seat belt buckle sensor
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2nd row seat side airbag module
The SRSCM continually monitors all elements while the EV button is in the on position or approximately within 3 minutes after ignition off to determine if a frontal, near-frontal impact or side impact is severe enough to require air bag deployment or pretensioner seat belt deployment.
The SRS air bag warning light on the instrument panel will appear for about 3 ~ 6 seconds after EV button is in the on position, after which the air bag warning light should go out.

If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the SRS. Have the system inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
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The light does not turn on briefly when you turn the ignition ON.
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The light stays on after illuminating for approximately 6 seconds.
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The light comes on while the vehicle is in motion.
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The light blinks when EV button is in the on position.

The air bag modules are located both in the center of the steering wheel and in the front passenger's panel above the glove box. When the SRSCM detects a sufficiently severe impact to the front of the vehicle, it will automatically deploy the front air bags.

Upon deployment, tear seams molded directly into the pad covers will separate under pressure to allow full inflation of the air bags.

A fully inflated air bag, in combination with a properly worn seat belt, slows the driver's or the passenger's forward motion, reducing the risk of head and chest injury.
After complete inflation, the air bag immediately starts deflating, enabling the driver to maintain forward visibility and the ability to steer or operate other controls.
