What does PAB mean?

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KevinLee
07/25/25 1:46am
PAB is the abbreviation for Passenger-AirBag in English, which translates to passenger airbag in Chinese. Here is relevant information: 1. A lit PAB light indicates that the airbag is in the off state, and the issue can be resolved by turning the car key to the ON position. An airbag refers to an inflatable soft cushion installed in a car, serving as an auxiliary device to the seatbelt. The function of an airbag is to reduce the severity of injuries to passengers during a collision, prevent secondary collisions, or avoid passengers being thrown from their seats in dangerous situations such as vehicle rollovers. 2. It mainly consists of an airbag sensor, a collision airbag, and an electronic control device. Airbags can be categorized by quantity, generally into: single airbag, dual airbag, four airbags, multiple airbags, etc. Single and dual airbags are usually found in some low-end models, typically with one each in the driver and front passenger positions.
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Pluto
08/10/25 4:17pm
Hey, I've been tinkering with cars since I was a kid. PAB stands for Passenger Airbag. It's installed in the dashboard in front of the front passenger seat. In the event of a crash, the sensor detects a strong impact and instantly inflates and deploys—super fast, taking less than 0.1 seconds to pop open, specifically protecting the passenger's head and upper body from serious injuries. The principle involves using chemical propellants to generate gas instantly, and the material is a heat-resistant nylon bag. This thing is crucial—I've seen test reports showing that in accidents without airbags, the rate of severe passenger injuries is over 40% higher. But remember, airbags must be used together with seat belts to be effective; otherwise, people can still be thrown out. There's also an indicator light inside the car—if it's on or flashing, it means there's a problem with the system, so get it checked at a repair shop ASAP. Safety first—also, avoid placing heavy objects on the dashboard while driving.
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