Ford Ranger 2008 Owner's Manual page 23

RANGER_F8M1-10-08I_Edition1 Page23
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WARNING
Do not modify the components or
wiring, or use electronic testing
devices on the pretensioner system:
Modifying the components or wiring
of the pretensioner system, including
the use of electronic testing devices is
dangerous. You could accidentally
activate it or make it inoperable which
would prevent it from activating in an
accident. The occupants or repairers
could be seriously injured.
Properly dispose of the pretensioner
system:
Improper disposal of the pretensioner
system or a vehicle with non-
deactivated pretensioners is
dangerous. Unless all safety
procedures are followed, injury could
result. Ask an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Ford
Repairer how to safely dispose of the
pretensioner system or how to scrap a
pretensioner-equipped vehicle.
Form No.F8M1-10-08I
Black plate (23,1)
Essential Safety Equipment
Seat Belt Systems
NOTE
The pretensioner system will activate
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in a moderate or greater frontal or
near-frontal collision. It will not
activate in most rollovers, side or
rear impacts.
Some smoke (non-toxic gas) will be
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released when the air bags and
pretensioners deploy. This does not
indicate a fire. This gas normally has
no effect on occupants, however,
those with sensitive skin may
experience light skin irritation. If
residue from the deployment of the
air bags or the front pretensioner
system gets on the skin or in the
eyes, wash it off as soon as possible.
qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner System Warning Light
If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner
system is working properly, the warning
light illuminates when the ignition switch
is turned to the ON position or after the
engine is cranked. The warning light turns
off after a specified period of time.
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