Vauxhall ASTRA Owner's Manual page 88

Control indicator v for belt tensioners
The function of the belt tensioners is
monitored electronically together with the
airbag systems and the deployable
anti-roll bars 3. Their operational
readiness is indicated by control indicator
v in the instrument panel. When the
ignition is switched on, the control indicator
illuminates for approx. 4 seconds. If it does
not illuminate, does not go out after
4 seconds or illuminates whilst driving,
there is a fault in the belt tensioner or and
airbag systems or in the deployable
anti-roll bars 3, see page 98. The systems
may fail to trigger in the event of an
accident.
Deployment of the belt tensioners is
indicated by continuous illumination of v.
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Warning
Have the cause of the fault eliminated
immediately by a workshop.
The system's integrated self-diagnostics
allows faults to be quickly remedied.
Important
z Affixing or placing accessories and other
objects not specifically approved for
your vehicle type within the action zone
of the belt tensioners (near the belt
buckles) is not permitted, since this could
result in injury if the belt tensioners are
actuated.
z Do not make any modifications to the
components of the belt tensioners, as
this will render the vehicle unroadworthy.
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Warning
Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or fitting
of seat belts or belt buckles) can actuate
the belt tensioners, with risk of injury.
Seats, interior
z The belt tensioner and airbag system
control electronics can be found in the
centre console area. In order to avoid
malfunctions, do not store magnetic
objects in this area.
z When the rear seats are being used,
please ensure that the components of
the front seat belts are not damaged by
shoes or other objects. Do not allow dirt
to penetrate the automatic retractors of
the seat belts.
z We recommend that you have the front
seats removed by a workshop.
z The belt tensioners trigger once only,
indicated by illumination of control
indicator v. Belt tensioners when
triggered must be replaced by a
workshop.
z When disposing of the vehicle, the safety
instructions given for this must be
observed. Take the vehicle to a recycling
company for disposal.
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