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If A Front Deployment Occurs
The front airbag system is designed to deploy
when the front airbag control module detects a
moderate-to-severe frontal collision, to help re-
strain the driver and front passenger, and then
immediately deflate.
NOTE:
A frontal collision that is not severe enough to
need front airbag protection will not activate
the system. This does not mean something is
wrong with the front airbag system.
If you do have a collision which deploys the
airbag, any or all of the following may occur:
• The nylon airbag material may sometimes
cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the
driver and front passenger as the airbags de-
ploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to
friction rope burns or those you might get
sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor. They
are not caused by contact with chemicals. They
are not permanent and normally heal quickly.
However, if you haven't healed significantly
within a few days, or if you have any blistering,
see your doctor immediately.
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• As the front airbags deflate you may see some
smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal
by-product of the process that generates the
nontoxic gas used for airbag inflation. These
airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes,
nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation,
rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat
irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation con-
tinues, see your doctor. If these particles settle
on your clothing, follow the garment manufac-
turer's instructions for cleaning.
• It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the
front airbags have deployed. If you are involved
in another collision, the front airbags and seat
belt pretensioners will not be in place to protect
you.
WARNING!
Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners
cannot protect you in another collision. Have the
airbags and seat belt pretensioners replaced by
an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Side Airbags Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) — If Equipped
The side airbag control modules determines if a
side collision is severe enough to require the side
airbags to inflate. The side airbag control module
will not detect roll over, front or rear collisions.
The side airbag control modules monitor the
readiness of the electronic parts of the system
whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON
positions. These include all of the items listed
under "The side airbag system, on vehicles so
equipped.
In moderate to severe side collisions, the side
airbag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle is
triggered, releasing a quantity of nontoxic gas.
The inflating side airbag exits through the seat
seam into the space between the occupant and
the door. The side airbag moves at a very high
speed and with such a high force that it could
injure you if you are not seated properly, or if items
are positioned in the area where the side airbag
inflates. This especially applies to children.
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