Toyota Avensis Owner's Manual page 159

CAUTION
 SRS airbag precautions
 Do not touch any of the component parts immediately after the SRS air-
bags have deployed (inflated) as they may be hot.
 If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbag has deployed, open a
door or window to allow fresh air in, or leave the vehicle if it is safe to do
so. Wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent skin irritation.
 If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel
pad and front and rear pillar garnishes, are damaged or cracked, have
them replaced by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
 Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components
Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications
without consulting any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing
death or serious injury.
 Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags.
 Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel,
instrument panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, center and
rear pillars or roof side rail.
 Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the
occupant compartment.
 Installation of a grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.), snow plows or
winches.
 Modifications to the vehicle's suspension system.
 Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radio (RF-trans-
mitter) or CD players.
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