Toyota Matrix 2009 Owner's Manual page 54

1-7. Safety information
CAUTION
n SRS airbag precautions
If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbag has deployed, open a
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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.
Vehicles with side and curtain shield airbags: If the areas where the SRS
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airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel pad and front and rear pillar
garnishes, are damaged or cracked, have them replaced by your Toyota
dealer.
Vehicles without side and curtain shield airbags: If the areas where the
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SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel pad are damaged or
cracked, have them replaced by your Toyota dealer.
n Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components
Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications
without consulting your Toyota dealer.
The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing
death or serious injury.
Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags.
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Vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags: Repairs, modifica-
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tions, removal or replacement of the steering wheel, instrument panel,
dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars or roof side
rail.
Vehicles without side airbags and curtain shield airbags: Repairs, modifi-
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cations, removal or replacement of the steering wheel, instrument panel,
dashboard, seats or seat upholstery.
Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the
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occupant compartment.
Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. to the front grille (bull bars, kan-
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garoo bar etc.).
Modifications to the vehicle's suspension system.
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l Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios or CD
players.
Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability.
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