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SAFETY
Inflatable Curtains
An inflatable curtain is mounted along
both sides of the headlining and helps
protect the occupants of the vehicle.
The panels are labelled with ‘AIRBAG’.
If the vehicle is involved in a moderate
to severe frontal, rear or side collision,
the inflatable curtains are deployed to
prevent the occupants from striking
their heads on the inside of the vehicle.
The inflatable curtains also remain
inflated for a longer time period as
compared to the other airbags in
the vehicle. In the event of a vehicle
rollover collision, tilt sensors within
the vehicle will trigger the curtains
to deploy, so reducing the risk of
occupant ejection through the door
windows.
During airbag deflation it is normal for
smoke to escape from the airbag.
WARNING: Do not overload the
cargo area behind the seats to a
level higher than 10 cm (4”), below
the upper edge of the rear side
quarterlight windows. Objects
placed higher than this level could
impede the function of the
inflatable curtain.
WARNING: Never drive with your
arm or head out of the window as
this will place your arm, head and
neck in the path of the side airbag
deployment area.
NOTE: The inflatable curtain
may not deploy in all side impact
situations.
Safety Mode
Safety mode is activated if one or
more of the safety systems such as
the airbags or seat belt pre-tensioners
have deployed. The collision may have
damaged an important function in
the vehicle, such as the fuel/braking
system or sensors for one of the safety
systems etc.
If the vehicle has been in a collision,
but the driver’s display and the
vehicle’s electrical system is still
functioning, the message ‘Safety Mode
See Owner’s Manual’ and a warning
symbol may be shown in the driver’s
display. When in Safety Mode, the
vehicle has reduced functionality.
WARNING: Never attempt to
restart the vehicle if you detect
the smell of fuel or see any signs
of fuel leakage. Leave the vehicle
immediately.
Dependent upon the damage to the
vehicle, it may be possible to reset the
system to start and move the vehicle
for the shortest distance possible,
(such as to move the vehicle away from
a dangerous traffic situation).
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