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I have been in one car crash where the air bag went off in my face (Gen 1 style), bloody nose and bruises. I was wearing glasses when it happened and the polycarbonate lenses simply popped out of the frame, didn't even crack. If you are wearing heavy glass lenses, you might want to consider polycarbonate ones as they are much lighter and take a serious amount of abuse (hard coat against scratches is highly recommended!).
With the vinyl cover split... a bit, the air bag will still work fine, but eventually the bag will just "dangle" out of the cracks after it splits from side to side and creates a "flap"... then it is of no use and in your way. I would suggest getting a used replacement from the junk yard that is not cracked. The removal of the old and installation of the new is quite easy and safe. Let me know if you decide to do this and I'll pass on the procedure to you.
jorrell
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92 245 278K miles, IPD'd to the hilt, 06 XC70, 00 Eclipse custom Turbo setup...currently taking names and kicking reputations!
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