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1. OVERVIEW
A radial tire uses a cord angle of 90 degrees. That is, the cord material runs in a radial or direct line
from one bead to the other across the tread. In addition, a radial tire has a belt overwrap under the
tread surface to provide greater structural stability. The belt overwrap of a radial tire distortion while the
radial structure enables high speed driving.
Tire supports the weight of the vehicle, reduces the impact from the road and at the same time,
transmits the power to propel, brake and steer on the road. It also functions to maintain a
vehicle’s movement. In order to complete such tasks, a tire must be structured to be a resilient
vessel of air.
There is wear limit mark on the tire, which protrudes as a strip shape located approximately 1.6 mm
from the groove bottom. This wear limit mark is not seen from the outside so there is additional
"▲" mark on the shoulder to let the driver find the wear mark easily. To measure the tire groove
depth, measure at any point other than the point which has a wear limit mark.
The tire is worn unevenly according to the driver's driving habit, improper servicing, low tire inflation
pressure, changed tire location, etc.
1) Structure of Tire
Tread
This thick layer of rubber provides the interface
between the tire and the road. Wear-resistant
rubber is used to protect the carcass and belt
against fractures and impacts and to deliver a
long driving life.
Shoulder
Located between the tread and sidewall, the
shoulder rubber is the thickest so that the
design must allow for the easy diffusion of heat
generated within the tire while driving.
Sidewall
The part between the shoulder and bead, the
flexible sidewall protects the carcass and
enhances the ride. A tire’s type, size,
structure, pattern, manufacturing company,
product name and various characters are
indicated here. Bead
The bead attaches the tire to the rim and wraps
the end of the cord fabric. Comprised of the bead
wire, core, flipper and other parts, the bead is
generally designed to be slightly tight around the
rim so that in the case of a sudden drop in
inflation pressure, the tire will not fall off the rim.
Carcass
As the most important framework of a tire, the
entire inner layer of cord fabric is called the
carcass. The carcass acts to support air
pressure, vertical load and absorb shocks.
Valve
Belt
Bead core
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1. SPECIFICATIONS
Description Item Specification
Air bag unit
(SDM)Operating voltage 10.0 V to 16.5 V
Voltage for diagnosis and self-
diagnosis8.0 V to 16.5 V
Operating temperature-40℃ ~ 85℃
Storage temperature-40℃ ~ 90℃
Overvoltage protection 24 V
Ground resistance100 mΩ or less
Driver/passenger
air bag moduleOperating voltage 8.0 V to 16.5 V
Seat air bag moduleOperating voltage 10.0 V to 16.5 V
Side impact sensor voltage 8.0 V to 16.5 V
Seat belt pretensioner Operating voltage 10.0 V to 16.5 V
If you measure the air bag module using a multitester, the air bag module may be deployed,
causing a personal injury.
Never use the multitester to check the air bag module.
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2. OPERATION
1) Air Bag
▶Air bag inflates when:
In response to a severe frontal impact, the driver’s and front passenger’s air bags
deploy at the same time to supplement the seat belts to prevent or reduce any personal
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▶Air bag can inflate when:
Underbody impact from the road surface; impact against the curb at a very high speed;
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▶Air bag does not inflate when:
Rollover, side impact or rear impact
If the severity of impact to the vehicle is not significant and the seat belts are enough to protect
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Air bag seldom inflates when: ▶
Oblique impact, rollover
Weak impact in which the sensor is unable to detect (under the inflation requirements)
Impact against narrow objects such as a utility pole or a tree
The vehicle falls into a drainage or a puddle
The front of the vehicle crashes into a high impact point vehicle such as a truck
Impact on the hood by falling stones
The air bag warning light is on
Moderate or severe impact to the middle of the vehicle body’s side structure. In that case,
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When a severe frontal impact occurs, seat belt
pre-tensioners rewind the seat belts
immediately to restrain the occupants to their
seats. It helps the effective operation of the
seat belts and airbags.
2) Pre-tensioner
3) Warning for Air Bag
Do not diagnose the circuit with a circuit tester. Do not attempt to modify any air bag components
including the steering wheel, air bag mounting area, and harness.
Do not impact any air bag components including the steering wheel, air bag mounting area, and
harness by hand or tools. You may get injured by sudden deployment.
The air bag components will be very hot after deployment. Do not touch them.
Once the air bag system is triggered, the triggered air bag assembly should be removed from the
vehicle and replaced with new one.
The air bag contains explosive materials, so contact Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized
Service Operation when trashing or replacing it.
Incorrect air bag inspection can be dangerous and cause injuries. The air bag system must be
disposed only by Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Operation.
Replace the steering wheel with only Ssangyong genuine part.
When the engine starts, the air bag warning lamp comes on for a system check. It goes out after 3
to 7 seconds when the system is normal. If this warning lamp stays ON, then the system may be
defective. Have the air bag system checked immediately by Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong
Authorized Service Operation.
The seat belt and air the bags are the most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in
the seat.
A child restraint system must not be placed on the front seat. The infant or child can be severely
injured by an air bag inflation in case of an accident.
Do not carry your child on your lap while driving. You cannot resist against the impact pressure in an
accident.
The child could be crushed between you and the parts of the vehicle.
Do not place any objects on the air bag inflation location. You may get injured by those objects
during deployment.
Do not attach any objects such as a sticker, scent bottle, or phone holder on the steering wheel pad
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Do not put the seat cover on the front seatbacks. It may interfere with the side air bag inflation.
When sitting in the rear seat, do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the side air bag
inflates, the occupant may get seriously injured.
Do not lean on the door. When the side air bag inflates, the occupant may get seriously injured.
Do not place any objects such as an umbrella or a bag between the side air bag and the door. Do not
place the part of your body near the side air bag. You may obstruct the side air bag or get injured by
the inflation impact.
Do not slam the front doors. It may lead to an unintended inflation of the side air bag.
Do not move your seat too close to the steering wheel or dashboard. If you lower your head, the air
bag can hit your head during inflation and can cause severe injury or even death.
Hold only the outer rim of the steering so that the air bag can inflate without any hindrances.
Do not place your face or chest near the steering wheel and dashboard. Also, do not allow anyone to
place their hands, leg or face on the dashboard. The air bag cannot work properly.
Do not hold and operate the steering wheel by crossing your arms. You could get seriously injured
when the air bag deploys.
When the air bag inflates, it makes a loud noise and smoke. However, the smoke is a non-toxic
nitrogen gas.
When the air bag is deployed, non-toxic gas will come out. This gas may cause skin, eyes or nose
irritation.
Wash it out with cold and clean water and consult the doctor if irritation continues.
When any repairs are needed for the steering wheel, or when an accident occurred without the air
bag deployment, have the air bag system checked by Ssangyong Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized
Service Operation.
The windshield glass may be broken when the passenger's air bag is deployed.
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4) Major Replacement Parts after Air Bag Deployment
In Case Of Front Air Bag Deployment ▶
Instrument panel, deployed air bag module, air bag unit, seat belt pre-tensioner, wirings (including
connectors), damaged trim and components
In Case Of Curtain Air Bag Deployment ▶
Deployed side bag, air bag unit, side air bag sensor, wirings (including connectors), damaged trim and
seat components
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Driver's Air Bag
Passenger's Air Bag
Air Bag Unit
Webbing Type BuckleSteel Strap Type Buckle
1. OVERVIEW
Front Seat
Driver’s Passenger’s
The air bag unit (SDM) includes the lateral G sensor and longitudinal G sensor. The side air bag
sensor is installed in both B pillars.
The front air bag module, side air bag module and seat belt pretensioner are installed for each
seat.
The pretensioner operates with the front seat. The side air bag operates according to the signal
from the lateral G sensor, longitudinal G sensor and side air bag sensor.
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2. COMPONENTS
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Retractor
Pre-tensioner
(Driver's/
Passenger's)
Seat Belt (2-point) for rear 1st
row seat (swiveled)
Center Seat in Rear
1st Row SeatCenter Seat in Rear
2nd Row SeatCenter Seat in Rear
3rd Row Seat
Rear 1st
Row SeatRear 2nd
Row Seat Rear 3rd
Row Seat
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Front Seat (3-point)
Rear 1st Row Seat (3-point + 2-point)
Rear 2nd Row Seat (3-point + 2-point)
Rear 3rd Row Seat (3-point + 2-point)
2) Seat Belt Arrangement