Toyota RAV4: SRS airbags - Safety information - Before driving - Toyota RAV4 Owner's ManualToyota RAV4: SRS airbags

The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the occupants. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury.

Front airbags

Front airbags

1 Driver airbag/front passenger airbag Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front passenger from impact with interior components.

Side and curtain shield airbags

2 Side airbags
Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants.

3 Curtain shield airbags
Can help protect primarily the head of occupants in the outer seats.

    Correct driving posture
    1 Sit upright and well back in the seat. 2 Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be reached and easily depressed to the extent required. 3 Adjust the s ...

    Airbag system components
    1 Curtain shield airbags 2 Side airbags 3 Front passenger airbag 4 Side and curtain shield airbag sensors 5 Front airbag sensors 6 Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch 7 Curtain shiel ...

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