Volvo S60 V60 Steering Wheel Air Bag Driver's Side Module Airbag P30721966

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Volvo S60 V60 Steering Wheel Air Bag Driver's Side Module Airbag is a specialized safety component designed for installation in the steering wheels of Mercedes SLK R170 generation models. The offered component comes from the Volvo group, which ensures solid construction and compliance with rigorous passive safety standards. It is a practical solution for users looking for a proven, used driver's airbag for professional airbag system repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P30721966
• Mark: Volvo
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: P30721966
• Substitutable numbers: P30721966
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the driver's airbag

The presented driver's airbag has been designed as a central element of the safety system in the Mercedes SLK R170 steering wheel. Its task is to quickly limit the loads acting on the driver during a frontal or partial frontal collision, in cooperation with seat belts and other SRS system modules.

This solution is dedicated to integration with the factory airbag controller and the vehicle's electrical installation, which allows for maintaining the original logic of the safety system's operation. Thanks to this, it is possible to restore the full functionality of the airbag system after post-accident repairs or the replacement of a damaged module.

Construction and technical compatibility

The driver's airbag for the SLK R170 is structurally matched to the factory steering wheel of this model, with a properly shaped housing and mounting points. The electrical connectors used are adapted to work with the original vehicle wiring, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of installation errors.

This element is part of the Volvo product group, which means it meets high quality requirements in terms of materials, precision of workmanship, and resistance to operating conditions inside the vehicle. The module's design is prepared to work with factory collision sensors and the airbag system controller, without the need for installation modifications.

Condition, origin, and service application

The offered driver's airbag is a used item, which makes it an attractive cost-effective alternative to new modules, while maintaining the functional character of the part. This type of component is particularly useful in professional workshops dealing with post-accident repairs, vehicle restoration, and restoring the full efficiency of safety systems.

Due to the specificity of SRS systems, the installation of the airbag should be carried out by qualified personnel, in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's procedures, appropriate diagnostics, and error checks in the controller. A properly selected and installed module allows for restoring the correct cooperation of the airbag with other elements of the system.

Benefits of using a dedicated driver's airbag

Using a dedicated driver's airbag for the Mercedes SLK R170 ensures:

• proper fit to the factory steering wheel and vehicle interior,
• preservation of the original functionality of the passive safety system,
• possibility of economical airbag system repair using a used part,
• integration with the factory electrical installation and SRS controller.

For users and service centers, this means the possibility of a technically correct repair while reducing costs, without the need to use universal solutions or those not provided for by the vehicle manufacturer.

Related elements and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the interior safety zone in your Volvo and need other elements from the same group, such as passenger airbag modules, seat belt tensioners, or collision sensors, check the available parts in the Other Volvo category.

To better understand the differences in construction and characteristics of advanced sports versions compared to standard models, as well as the impact of drive and braking systems on the overall vehicle safety concept, it is worth reading the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which organizes key technical issues in an accessible form.