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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)
• Force limiter
In the event of a frontal impact
above a certain severity, this
mechanism is used to limit the force
of the belt against the body so that it
is at an acceptable level.
Warning relating to the
service life of air bags
and pretensioners
The pyrotechnic systems in air
bags and pretensioners have a
limited service life. These
systems must be replaced each
time they are activated and at the
latest after they have been in
service for 10 years. This work
must always be undertaken by a
Renault Dealer.
The seat belt pretensioners and
the air bag operate together. If
one of the systems has passed the
date when it is due for renewal, it
will alter the overall safety
protection provided.
Airbagsfor
driver and front passenger
An air bag may be provided for both
the driver and the front passenger.
Air bag inscriptions on the steering
wheel, dashboard and front
seatbacks, and two labels on the
lower part of the windscreen and on
the door box section indicate that
the vehicle is equipped with an air
bag.
Each air bag system consists of:
- An air bag and gas generator fitted
on the steering wheel for the
driver and in the dashboard for the
front passenger;
- A computer for both systems,
which includes the impact
detector and a monitor controlling
the electrical trigger system for the
gas generator;
- A single warning light on the
instrument panel.