In which specific case are you required to deactivate the front passenger airbag?

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Traffic regulations state that if you exceptionally place a Child Restraint System (CRS) in the front passenger seat facing the rear (rear-facing), it is mandatory to deactivate the front airbag. The reason is vital safety: the airbag deploys at an explosive speed (approx. 200 km/h). If it strikes the back of a rear-facing seat, it will violently propel the child against the vehicle seat backrest, potentially causing fatal injuries. In the case of pregnant women or forward-facing child seats, the airbag must remain active to provide protection.

In which specific case are you required to deactivate the front passenger airbag?

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