Specifications

If a Deployment Occurs

The airbag system is designed to deploy when the ORC

detects a moderate to severe collision to help restrain the

driver and front passenger and then to immediately

deflate.

NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to

need airbag protection will not activate the system. This

does not mean something is wrong with the airbag

system.

If you do have a collision that deploys the airbags, any or

all of the following may occur:

•

The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra-

sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front

passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The

abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those

you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium

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 normal by-product of the

process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag

inflation. Theseairborne particles may irritate theskin,

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 instruc-

tions for cleaning.

•

It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the

airbags have been deployed. If you are involved in

another collision, the airbags will not be in place to

protect you.

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