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Seatbelt pretensioners
the entire vehicle damaged by a collision , consult your SUBARU dealer .
. Tampering with or disconnecting the system ’ s wiring could result in accidental activation of the seatbelt pretensioner and / or SRS airbag or could make the system inoperative , which may result in serious injury . Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the seatbelt pretensioner and SRS airbag systems . For required servicing of the seatbelt pretensioner , consult your nearest SUBARU dealer .
CAUTION
For the locations of the sensors and control modules , refer to “ Components ” FP90 .
If you need service or repair in those areas or near the front seatbelt retractors , have the work performed by your authorized SUBARU dealer .
NOTE
If the front or side part of the vehicle is damaged in an accident to the extent that the seatbelt pretensioner does not operate , contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible .
& Precautions against vehicle modification
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Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle .
CAUTION
Do not perform any of the following modifications . Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the seatbelt pretensioners .
. Attachment of any equipment ( bush bar , winches , snow plow , skid plate , etc .) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the front end .
. Modification of the suspension system or front end structure .
. Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle placard attached to the driver ’ s door pillar or specified for individual vehicle models in this Owner ’ s Manual .