Introduction
Depending on the equipment level, the vehicle may be fitted with one front airbag each for the driver and front
passenger. The front airbags can provide front seat occupants with additional chest and head protection if the seat,
seat belts, head restraints and, in the case of the driver, steering wheel are adjusted and used correctly. Airbags are
meant only for additional protection. The airbags are not a substitute for seat belts. Seat belts must always be worn,
even when the front seats are equipped with front airbags.
WARNING
Never rely solely on the airbag system for your protection.
● Even if an airbag is triggered, it only offers auxiliary protection.
● The airbag system offers the best level of protection, and reduces the risk of injury, when seat belts are properly
worn.
● Before every trip, each vehicle occupant must adopt the correct sitting position, correctly fasten the seat belt
belonging to their seat and keep it fastened properly throughout the trip. This applies to all vehicle occupants and
also in urban traffic.
WARNING
The risk of injury increases if there are any objects located between the vehicle occupants and the deployment area
of the airbag when it is triggered. This will alter the deployment zone of the airbag, or the objects will be flung
against the body.
● Never hold any objects in your hand or on your lap while the vehicle is in motion.
● Never transport any objects on the front passenger seat. The objects could enter the deployment zone of the
airbag during sudden braking or driving manoeuvres and then be flung dangerously through the vehicle interior if
the airbag is activated.
● Vehicle occupants sitting on the front seats and rear outer seats must never carry any people, pets or objects in
the deployment zone between themselves and the airbags. Make sure that all children and adults travelling with
you also observe this rule.
WARNING
The airbag system can only be triggered once. The system will have to be replaced if the airbags have been
triggered.
● Airbags that have been triggered, and any affected system parts, must be replaced immediately with new parts
that the vehicle manufacturer has approved for the vehicle.
● Have repairs and modifications to your vehicle carried out only by a suitably qualified workshop. Qualified
workshops have the necessary tools, diagnostic equipment, repair information and trained personnel.
● Never install recycled airbag components or components that have been taken from end-of-life vehicles in your
vehicle.
● Never modify any components of the airbag system.
WARNING
Fine dust particles or steam may be released when the airbags are triggered. This is normal and does not mean that
there is a fire in the vehicle.
● The fine dust can cause irritation to the skin and eye membranes and cause breathing difficulties, particularly for
people suffering from asthma or people who have (had) other respiratory problems. To help reduce breathing
difficulties, get out of the vehicle or open the windows or doors for more fresh air.
● If you come into contact with the dust, you should wash your hands and face with a mild soap and water before
eating.
● Do not let the dust get into your eyes or into open wounds.
● If dust has entered your eyes, rinse them with water.
WARNING
Cleaning agents that contain solvents cause the surface of the airbag modules to become porous. In an accident
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