WARNING: To ensure accuracy of the
occupant detection system, do not
make any modifications to the front
passenger seat.
WARNING: Do not use seat covers on
Model X. Doing so could restrict
deployment of the seat-mounted side
air bags if a collision occurs. It can also
reduce the accuracy of the occupant
classification system.
Examples of Correct and
Incorrect Seating Positions
Correct seating position:
Incorrect seating position - the passenger's
feet must be on the floor:
Incorrect seating position - the passenger
must not slide forward on the seat cushion:
Incorrect seating position - the passenger
must not recline the backrest to a laying
down position when the vehicle is moving:
Inflation Eects
WARNING:
When airbags inflate, a
fine powder is released. This powder
can irritate the skin and should be
thoroughly flushed from the eyes and
from any cuts or abrasions.
After inflation, the airbags deflate to provide
a gradual cushioning eect for the occupants
and to ensure the driver’s forward vision is
not obscured.
If airbags have inflated, or if your vehicle has
been in a collision, always have the airbags,
seat belt pre-tensioners and any associated
components checked and, if necessary,
replaced by Tesla.
In a collision, in addition to the airbags
inflating:
Airbags
53Seating and Safety Restraints
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