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will determine whether to have the Enhanced
Accident Response System perform the follow-
ing functions:
• Cut off fuel to the engine.
• Flash hazard lights as long as the battery
has power or until the ignition key is turned
off.
• Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as
long as the battery has power or until the
ignition key is removed.
• Unlock the doors automatically.
If A Deployment Occurs
The front airbags are designed to deflate im-
mediately after deployment.
NOTE:
Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in
all collisions. This does not mean some-
thing is wrong with the airbag system.
If you do have a collision, which deploys the
airbags, 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 air-
bags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are
similar to friction rope burns or those you
might get sliding along a carpet or gymna-
sium 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.
• As the airbags deflate, you may see some
smoke-like particles. The particles are a nor-
mal by-product of the process that gener-
ates the non-toxic gas used for airbag infla-
tion. 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 continues, see your doctor. If
these particles settle on your clothing, follow
the garment manufacturer's instructions for
cleaning.
Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have
deployed. If you are involved in another colli-
sion, the airbags will not be in place to protect
you.
WARNING!
Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners
cannot protect you in another collision. Have
the airbags, seat belt pretensioners, and the
front seat belt retractor assemblies replaced
by an authorized dealer immediately. Also,
have the Occupant Restraint Controller Sys-
tem serviced as well.
Maintaining Your Airbag System
WARNING!
• Modifications to any part of the airbag sys-
tem could cause it to fail when you need it.
You could be injured if the airbag system is
not there to protect you. Do not modify the
components or wiring, including adding any
kind of badges or stickers to the steering
wheel hub trim cover or the upper left side
of the instrument panel. Do not modify the
front bumper, vehicle body structure, or add
aftermarket side steps or running boards.
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