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Main components of occupant classi-
fication system
• A detection device located within the
front passenger seat cushion.
• Electronic system to determine
whether passenger air bag system
should be activated or deactivated.
• A warning light located on the instru-
ment panel which illuminates the
words "PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF"
indicating the front passenger air bag
system is deactivated.
• The instrument panel air bag warning
light is interconnected with the occu-
pant classification system.If there is no passenger in the front pas-
senger seat or if the passenger in the
front passenger seat is very light, (such
as a child), the front PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFFindicator may illuminate.
When this indicator is ON, the front pas-
senger air bag will not deploy.Always be sure that you and all vehicle
occupants are seated and restrained
properly (sitting upright with the seat in
an upright position, centered on the seat
cushion, with the person's legs comfort-
ably extended, feet on the floor, and
wearing the safety belt properly) for the
most effective protection by the air bag
and the safety belt.
• The OCS may not function properly if
the passenger takes actions which can
defeat the detection system. These
include:
(1) Failing to sit in an upright position.
(2) Leaning against the door or center
console.
(3) Sitting towards the sides or the front
of the seat.
(4) Putting legs on the dashboard or rest-
ing them on other locations which
reduce the passenger weight on the
front seat.
(5) Improperly wearing the safety belt.
(6) Reclining the seat back.
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The location of OCS
warning indicator
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Maintenance
INTERIOR CARE
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as per-
fume and cosmetic oil from contacting
the dashboard because they may cause
damage or discoloration. If they do con-
tact the dashboard, wipe them off imme-
diately. See the instructions that follow for
the proper way to clean vinyl.
Cleaning the upholstery and inte-
rior trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.
Fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean with a mild soap solution recom-
mended for upholstery or carpets.
Remove fresh spots immediately with a
fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do not
receive immediate attention, the fabric
can be stained and its color can be
affected. Also, its fire-resistant properties
can be reduced if the material is not
properly maintained.
To clean the leather upholstery
(if equipped)
In the normal course of use, leather
upholstered surfaces will, like any mate-
rial, pick-up dust and dirt. This dust and
dirt must be cleaned off or it may work
into the surface of the leather, causing
damage.
Fine leather needs care, and should be
cleaned when necessary. Washing
leather thoroughly with soap and water
will keep your leather lustrous, beautiful
and ensure you have many years of
wear.
Take a piece of cheese cloth and using
any mild soap and lukewarm water, work
up a good lather. Thoroughly wash the
leather. Wipe clean with a slightly damp
cloth and dry with soft cloth. Do this as
often as the leather becomes soiled.
During tanning operations, sufficient oils
are incorporated through processing that
none need be applied during the life of
the leather. Oil applied to the finished
surface will in no way help the leather
and may do more harm than good.
Varnishes and furniture polishes should
never be used under any conditions.
CAUTION
Never allow water or other liquids
to come in contact with
electrical/electronic components
inside the vehicle as this may dam-
age them.
CAUTION
Using anything but recommended
cleaners and procedures may affect
the fabric’s appearance and fire-
resistant properties.
