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B-Pillar Satellites

The two MRSA modules (multiple restraint system external satellites) which were previously positioned under the seats, have been replaced by B-pillar satellites. Each B-pillar satellite consists of a lateral acceleration sensor and a linear acceleration sensor.

As with the up-front sensors, signal transmission is cyclic. The B-pillar satellites detect side, front and rear impacts.

The left and right B-pillar satellites are identical.

Fig 1: Identifying B-Pillar Satellites
G03399722Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.