Jeep Cherokee 1996 Owner's Manual page 26

26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
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 hL
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quickly. However, if you haven't healed signifi 'tinily
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your doctor immediately.
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• Your vehicle may be driveable after the airbag de-
ploys. If so, you can tuck the deployed airbag inside
the opening in the steering wheel hub trim cover to
make driving somewhat easier.
WARNING!
The airbag inflator becomes hot during deployment.
To prevent injury, wait at least 15 minutes before
tucking a deployed airbag back inside the opening
in the steering wheel hub trim cover.
WARNING!
A deployed airbag can't protect you in anotlw1
collision. Have the airbag replaced by an authori/1
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dealer as soon as possible.
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