HINGED MOUNTING SYSTEM FOR AIRBAG MODULE HAVING DEPLOYABLE LOCK

摘要

A frontal passenger airbag module is provided in association with the forward part of the instrument panel adjacent the windshield. The module includes a passageway through which the airbag may be deployed. The module is movable between an operational position in which the airbag may be deployed through the a breakaway opening in the instrument panel and a stowed position in which the module is moved vehicle-rearward such that the passageway is no longer adjacent the breakaway opening and the module no longer encroaches on the crush space provided for pedestrian protection. The vehicle includes an impact sensor for determining if an impact event involves a pedestrian. If it is determined by the sensor that a pedestrian has been involved, the module is moved to its stowed position. If it is determined by the sensor that no pedestrian has been involved, then the module remains in its operational position.

主权项

1. A safety system for a vehicle, the vehicle having a windscreen and an instrument panel, the system comprising:
an airbag module having an airbag passageway; a support bracket for said module; a pivotable arm attaching said module to said bracket, said arm allowing said module to be moved from its operational position in which said passageway is adjacent the instrument panel to a stowed position; a lock for locking said arm in said operational position.