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SEAT , SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS
WARNING
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. Keep arms away from either door or its internal trim . Vehicle occupants could be injured in the event of SRS side airbag deployment .
. Do not place any objects over or near the SRS airbag cover or between you and the SRS airbag . If the SRS airbag deploys , these objects could interfere with its proper operation and could be propelled inside the vehicle , causing injury .
. If the SRS airbag deploys , fuel supply will be cut off to reduce the risk of fire caused by leaking fuel . For details about restarting of the engine , refer to “ If Your Vehicle Is Involved in an Accident ” FP477 .
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS RE- GARDING SRS AIRBAG SYS- TEM FOR ACCESSORIES AND ANY OBJECTS s01ah13
WARNING
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CAUTION
. When the SRS airbag deploys , some smoke will be released . This smoke could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble . If you or your passengers have breathing problems after SRS airbag deploys , get fresh air promptly .
. A deploying SRS airbag releases hot gas . Occupants could get burned if they come into direct contact with the hot gas .
NOTE
. When you sell your vehicle , we urge you to inform the buyer that the vehicle is equipped with SRS airbags . Also , notify the buyer of the applicable section in this Owner ’ s Manual .
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. Do not put any objects ( including straps or cords ) over the steering wheel pad , column cover , or dashboard .
– These objects could be entangled with the steering wheel , preventing the SRS frontal airbag , etc . from operating properly .
– If the SRS frontal airbag deploys , these objects could be