2012 Ford Focus Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 209

Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always wear their safety belts even when an inflatable curtain is provided. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment zone of the inflatable curtain. How does the side air curtain system work? The design and development of the side air curtain system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags (including side air curtain systems). The side air curtain system consists of the following: • An inflatable curtain with a gas generator concealed behind the headliner and above the doors. • The headliner will flex to open above the side doors to allow air curtain deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Two pressure sensors located in the front doors. • Two crash sensors located on the rocker panel behind the lower C pillar. Side air curtains and side airbags, in combination with safety belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision. Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seats. The side air curtain will not interfere with children 209 2012 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 5th Printing USA (fus)