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some collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Al-
ways wear your seat belts even though you have air
bags.
Advanced Front Air Bag Operation
Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi-
tional protection by supplementing the seat belts. Ad-
vanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk
of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions. The Ad-
vanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all frontal
collisions, including some that may produce substantial
vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions,
truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.
On the other hand, depending on the type and location of
impact, Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes
with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a
severe initial deceleration. Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration
over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are
not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should
have deployed.
Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli-
sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position,
away from an inflating air bag.
When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad-
vanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A large
quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the
Advanced Front Air Bags.
The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right
side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the
way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The Advanced
Front Air Bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to
blink your eyes. The air bags then quickly deflate while
helping to restrain the driver and front passenger.
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Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
•Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as
a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the
vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine
running for more than a short period, adjust the
ventilation system to force fresh, outside air into
the vehicle.
• Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main-
tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every
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time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal
conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive
with all side windows fully open.
ADDING FUEL
The Capless Fuel System uses a flapper placed at the filler
pipe of the fuel tank; it opens and closes automatically
upon insertion/extraction of the fuel nozzle.
The Capless Fuel System is designed so that it prevents
the filling of an incorrect type of fuel.
Opening The Door
For filling proceed as follows:
1. Open the door, by pushing and releasing on the
indentation point indicated by the arrow.
340 STARTING AND OPERATING

•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
• Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion
protection of your engine which contains aluminum
components.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
• Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze)
performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis-
sions.Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. Riding the brakes may also
reduce braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under hood services, or immediately if
the “Brake Warning Light” is on.
464 MAINTAINING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE

Roof Type Carrier........................ .154
Rotation, Tires .......................... .500
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .................264
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................266
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................13
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .263
Safety Information, Tire .....................478
Safety Tips ............................. .262
Schedule, Maintenance .....................433
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage .....216
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ..........221
Energy Management Feature ...............221
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ...............213
Lap/Shoulder Belts ......................211
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ..............216
Pregnant Women ...................... .220
Seat Belt Pretensioner ....................221 Seat Belt Reminder
..................... .209
Seat Belt System ....................... .207
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .475
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... .209
Seat Belts ........................... .209, 264
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ..................216
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........216
Child Restraint ........................ .241
Front Seat ..................... .209, 211, 213
Inspection ........................... .264
Operating Instructions ....................213
Pregnant Women ...................... .220
Pretensioners ......................... .221
Rear Seat .............................211
Untwisting Procedure ....................216
Seats ...................................63
Adjustment ......................... .63, 64
Head Restraints .........................72
Seatback Release .........................
64
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