Knee Blocker Airbag: Description

Fig 1: KNEE BLOCKER AIRBAG

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

The Knee Blocker Airbag is located on the driver side of the vehicle below the steering column, at the bottom edge of the instrument panel. The knee blocker airbag contains:

A stamped steel housing (4) with retaining hooks (1) for the knee blocker airbag trim cover to attach to.
An airbag cushion (2)
An igniter (3)

WARNING: Following a knee blocker airbag deployment, the knee blocker airbag and instrument panel assembly must be replaced. Refer to the proper diagnostic information for diagnosis and testing.