What is the reason for the abnormal front passenger occupant protection system?

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AdamAnn
07/24/25 1:09am
An abnormal front passenger occupant protection system is caused by a malfunction in the airbag system. Below are the specific details about airbags: 1. Trigger factors: The airbag system is designed to deploy the driver and front passenger frontal airbags in the event of a severe frontal collision, while the head airbags deploy according to the severity of the collision. Airbags will not deploy in cases of minor frontal collisions, minor side collisions, rear collisions, rollovers, or accidents with insignificant impact forces. 2. Function: The airbag system is a passive safety protection system that, when used in conjunction with seat belts, provides effective collision protection for occupants. It forms an elastic cushion in front of the driver or passenger, promptly deflates and contracts to absorb impact energy, thereby effectively protecting the head and chest from injury or reducing the severity of injuries.
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VanEmily
08/10/25 8:52pm
A few days ago, my car displayed an abnormality in the front passenger seat occupant protection system, which worried me a lot. After researching, I found there might be several reasons: first, the sensor under the seat might be malfunctioning, such as being clogged with dust or corroded by moisture, making it unable to detect passengers; second, aging or broken wiring could cause signal interruption, especially after seat modifications or rough driving; third, the airbag module software might have a glitch requiring an update or reset; sometimes, the occupant classification system might misjudge an object as a passenger, triggering an alarm. I’ve encountered a similar situation before and immediately went to a professional shop to check the computer code. It turned out the sensor connector was loose, and re-securing it fixed the issue. Don’t ignore such problems—they affect the airbag’s protective function in emergencies. Get it repaired as soon as possible to ensure passenger safety. Also, when washing the car, avoid spraying water under the seat area.
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