Vehicle and equipmentQuestion 71 of 318

What is the minimum distance between the middle of your chest and the centre of the steering wheel air bag cover?

  1. 10 cm
  2. 15 cm
  3. 20 cm
  4. 25 cm
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Correct answer: 25 cm

Keep at least 25 cm between your chest and the air bag cover. A person who sits too close can get hurt when the air bag opens.

Source: Driver's Handbook, 2nd edition (SAAQ, 2018), Chapter 4, Traffic Rules > Protection > Air bags, page 217

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026