
STARTING AND OPERATING113
(Continued)To Turn On The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button
1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the 
ENGINE START/STOP button once.
To release the parking brake manually, the ignition switch 
must be in the ON/RUN position. Press on the brake 
pedal, then push the parking brake switch momentarily. If the driver shifts into PARK while moving, the vehicle may 
Park.
PARK will engage 
ONLY when vehicle speed is 1.2 mph 
(1.9 km/h) or less.
The message “ Vehicle Speed Is Too High To Shift To P ” will 
display in the instrument cluster display if vehicle speed is 
above 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h). The gear position indicator will 
blink continuously until the gear selector is returned to the 
proper position, or the requested shift can be completed.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION 
(B
ELOW –22°F OR −30°C) 
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of 
an externally powered electric engine block heater 
(available from an authorized dealer) is recommended.
AFTER STARTING — WARMING UP THE 
E
NGINE
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will 
decrease as the engine warms up.
It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if 
the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your 
foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the 
vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in 
reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit 
someone or something. Only shift into gear when 
the engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly 
pressing the brake pedal.
 Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure 
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you 
should never exit a vehicle while the engine is 
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a 
complete stop, then apply the parking brake, shift 
the transmission into PARK, and turn the ignition 
OFF. When the ignition is in the OFF position, the 
transmission is locked in PARK, securing the vehicle 
against unwanted movement.
 When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the igni -
tion is in the OFF position, remove the key fob from 
the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with 
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to 
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a 
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should be warned 
not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the 
transmission gear selector.
WARNING!
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in 
a location accessible to children), and do not leave 
the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position. A child 
could operate power windows, other controls, or 
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following 
precautions are not observed:
Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the 
vehicle has come to a complete stop.
 Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, or 
DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed.
 Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is 
firmly pressing the brake pedal.
WARNING!
WARNING!
If vehicle speed is not below 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) when 
the driver shifts into PARK, the transmission will default 
to NEUTRAL until the vehicle speed drops below 
1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) and the conditions are met, 
enabling AutoPark. A vehicle left in the NEUTRAL 
position can roll. As an added precaution, always apply 
the parking brake when exiting the vehicle.4
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(Continued)
NOTE:When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front 
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from 
the curb on an uphill grade. Apply the parking brake before 
placing the gear selector in PARK, otherwise the load on 
the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult 
to move the gear selector out of PARK. The parking brake 
should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the 
vehicle.
If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to 
engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, 
push on the EPB switch for as long as engagement is 
desired. The Brake Warning Light will illuminate, and a 
continuous chime will sound. The rear stop lamps will also 
be illuminated automatically while the vehicle remains in 
motion.To disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is in 
motion, release the switch. If the vehicle is brought to a 
complete stop using the parking brake, when the vehicle 
reaches approximately 3 mph (4.8 km/h), the parking 
brake will remain engaged.
In the unlikely event of a malfunction of the EPB system, a 
yellow EPB Warning Light will illuminate. This may be 
accompanied by the Brake Warning Light flashing. In this 
case, urgent service of the EPB system is required. Do not 
rely on the parking brake to hold the vehicle stationary.
Auto Park Brake
The Electric Park Brake (EPB) can be programmed to be 
applied automatically whenever the vehicle is at a 
standstill and the automatic transmission is placed in 
PARK. Auto Park Brake is enabled and disabled by 
customer selection through the customer programmable 
features  
Úpage 158.
SafeHold
SafeHold is a safety feature of the Electric Park Brake 
(EPB) system that will engage the parking brake 
automatically if the vehicle is left unsecured. If the 
automatic transmission is not in PARK, the seat belt is 
unbuckled, the driver door is open, the vehicle is at a 
standstill, and there is no attempt to press the brake pedal 
or accelerator pedal, the parking brake will automatically 
engage to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
SafeHold can be temporarily bypassed by pushing the EPB 
while the driver door is open and brake pedal is pressed. 
Once manually bypassed, SafeHold will be enabled again 
once the vehicle reaches 12 mph (20 km/h) or the ignition 
is cycled to the OFF position and back to ON again.
WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the 
parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully 
when parked to guard against vehicle movement and 
possible injury or damage.
 When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the igni -
tion is in the OFF position, remove the key fob from 
the vehicle, and lock your vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with 
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to 
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a 
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should be warned 
not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the 
transmission gear selector.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, (or in 
a location accessible to children), and do not leave 
the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position. A child 
could operate power windows, other controls, or 
move the vehicle.
Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before 
driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and 
a collision.
 Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving 
your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or 
injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in 
PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll 
and cause damage or injury.
 Driving the vehicle with the parking brake engaged, 
or repeated use of the parking brake to slow the 
vehicle may cause serious damage to the brake 
system.
CAUTION!
If the Brake System Warning Light remains on with the 
parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is 
indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an 
authorized dealer immediately.
WARNING!
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IGNITION PARK INTERLOCK
This vehicle is equipped with an Ignition Park Interlock 
which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the 
ignition can be turned to the OFF position. This helps the 
driver avoid inadvertently leaving the vehicle without 
placing the transmission in PARK. This system also locks 
the transmission in PARK whenever the ignition is in the 
OFF position.
NOTE:The transmission is NOT locked in PARK when the ignition 
is in the ACC position (even though the engine will be off). 
Ensure that the transmission is in PARK, and the ignition 
is OFF  (not in ACC position) before exiting the vehicle.
BRAKE/TRANSMISSION SHIFT 
I
NTERLOCK (BTSI) SYSTEM
This vehicle is equipped with a BTSI that holds the 
transmission gear selector in PARK unless the brakes are 
applied. To shift the transmission out of PARK, the engine 
must be running and the brake pedal must be pressed. 
The brake pedal must also be pressed to shift from 
NEUTRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when the vehicle is 
stopped or moving at low speeds.
9-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The transmission is controlled using a rotary electronic 
gear selector located on the center console. The 
transmission gear selector has PARK, REVERSE, 
NEUTRAL, DRIVE, and LOW shift positions. Using the LOW 
position manually downshifts the transmission to a lower 
gear based on vehicle speed. The transmission gear range 
(PRNDL) is displayed both above the gear selector and in 
the instrument cluster. To select a gear range, simply 
rotate the gear selector. Push down on the gear selector 
and then rotate it, to access the L position. You must also 
press the brake pedal to shift the transmission out of 
PARK (or NEUTRAL, when stopped or moving at low 
speeds). To shift past multiple gear ranges at once (such 
as PARK to DRIVE), simply rotate the gear selector to the 
appropriate detent. Select the DRIVE range for normal 
driving.
NOTE:In the event of a mismatch between the gear selector 
position and the actual transmission gear (for example, 
driver selects PARK while driving), the position indicator 
will blink continuously until the selector is returned to the 
proper position, or the requested shift can be completed.
The electronically controlled transmission adapts its shift 
schedule based on driver inputs, along with environmental 
and road conditions. The transmission electronics are 
self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new 
vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal 
condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few 
hundred miles (kilometers).
The 9-speed transmission has been developed to meet 
the needs of current and future FWD/AWD vehicles. 
Software and calibration is refined to optimize the 
customer’s driving experience and fuel economy. By 
design, some vehicle and driveline combinations utilize 
NINTH gear only in very specific driving situations and 
conditions.
Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the 
accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. 
Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting 
between these gears.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in 
a location accessible to children), and do not leave 
the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position. A child 
could operate power windows, other controls, or 
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following 
precautions are not observed:
Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the 
vehicle has come to a complete stop.
 Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, or 
DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed.
 Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is 
firmly pressing the brake pedal.
WARNING!
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The TPMS consists of the following components:
Receiver module
 Four Tire Pressure Monitoring System sensors
 Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System messages, 
which display in the instrument cluster
 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light
SERVICE TPMS WARNING
When a system fault is detected, the Tire Pressure 
Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light will flash on and 
off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. The system 
fault will also sound a chime. In addition, the instrument 
cluster will display a "SERVICE TPM SYSTEM" message for 
a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (--) in 
place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is not 
being received.
If the ignition is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing 
the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer 
exists, the TPMS Warning Light will no longer flash, and 
the “SERVICE TPM SYSTEM” message will no longer 
display, and a pressure value will display in place of the 
dashes. A system fault can occur due to any of the 
following:
Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to 
facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the 
TPMS sensors
 Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that 
affects radio wave signals
 Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel hous -
ings 
Using tire chains on the vehicle
 Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPMS sensors
Vehicles With Compact Spare — If Equipped 
1. The compact spare tire does not have a Tire  Pressure Monitoring System sensor. Therefore, the 
TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the compact 
spare tire.
2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road  tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure 
warning limit, upon the next ignition cycle, the TPMS 
Warning Light will remain on and a chime will sound. 
In addition, the graphic in the instrument cluster will 
still display a different color pressure value.
3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above  15 mph (24 km/h), the TPMS Warning Light will flash 
on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. 
In addition, the instrument cluster will display a 
“SERVICE TPM SYSTEM” message for five seconds 
and then display dashes (--) in place of the pressure 
value.
4. For each subsequent ignition cycle, a chime will  sound, the TPMS Warning Light will flash on and off 
for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the 
instrument cluster will display a “SERVICE TPM 
SYSTEM” message for five seconds and then display 
dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value.
5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and  reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact 
spare, the TPMS will update automatically. In 
addition, the TPMS Warning Light will turn off and the 
graphic in the instrument cluster will display a new 
pressure value instead of dashes (--), as long as no  tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit 
in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may 
need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph 
(24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this 
information.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM LOW 
PRESSURE WARNINGS
The TPMS Warning Light will illuminate in the 
instrument cluster and a chime will sound 
when tire pressure is low in one or more of the 
four active road tires. In addition, the 
instrument cluster will display an "Inflate to XX" message 
and a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire 
with the low tire pressure values in a different color.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
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Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible 
and inflate the tires with low pressure (those in a different 
color in the instrument cluster graphic) to the vehicle’s 
recommended cold placard pressure value as shown in 
the "Inflate to XX" message. Once the system receives the 
updated tire pressures, the system will automatically 
update, the pressure values in the graphic display in the 
instrument cluster will return to their original color, and 
the TPMS Warning Light will turn off. The vehicle may need 
to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph
(24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this 
information.
TPMS DEACTIVATION — IF EQUIPPED
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) can be 
deactivated if replacing all four wheel and tire assemblies 
(road tires) with wheel and tire assemblies that do not 
have TPMS sensors, such as when installing winter wheel 
and tire assemblies on your vehicle.
To deactivate the TPMS, first, replace all four wheel and 
tire assemblies (road tires) with tires not equipped with 
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors. Then, 
drive the vehicle for 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h). 
The TPMS will chime, the TPMS Warning Light will flash on 
and off for 75 seconds and then remain on. The 
instrument cluster will display the “SERVICE TPM 
SYSTEM” message and then display dashes (--) in place of 
the pressure values.
Beginning with the next ignition cycle, the TPMS will no 
longer chime or display the “SERVICE TPM SYSTEM”  message in the instrument cluster but dashes (--) will 
remain in place of the pressure values.
To reactivate the TPMS, replace all four wheel and tire 
assemblies (road tires) with tires equipped with TPMS 
sensors. Then, drive the vehicle for up to 20 minutes 
above 15 mph (24 km/h). The TPMS will chime, the TPMS 
Warning Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then 
turn off. The instrument cluster will display the “SERVICE 
TPM SYSTEM” message and then display pressure values 
in place of the dashes. On the next ignition cycle the 
"SERVICE TPM SYSTEM" message will no longer be 
displayed as long as no system fault exists.OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 
Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle 
are the restraint systems:
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 
F
EATURES 
 Seat Belt Systems
 Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags
 Child Restraints
Some of the safety features described in this section may 
be standard equipment on some models, or may be 
optional equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask an 
authorized dealer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please pay close attention to the information in this 
section. It tells you how to use your restraint system  properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as 
possible.
Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the 
risk of harm from a deploying air bag:
1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride 
buckled up in the rear seat of a vehicle with a rear 
seat.
2. A child who is not big enough to wear the vehicle seat  belt properly must be secured in the appropriate child 
restraint or belt-positioning booster seat in a rear 
seating position  
Úpage 219.
3. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing  child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, 
move the seat as far back as possible and use the 
proper child restraint  
Úpage 219.
4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind  them or under their arm.
5. You should read the instructions provided with your  child restraint to make sure that you are using it 
properly.
6. All occupants should always wear their lap and  shoulder belts properly.
7. The driver and front passenger seats should be  moved back as far as practical to allow the front air 
bags room to inflate.
8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle  has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the side air 
bags will inflate forcefully into the space between 
occupants and the door and occupants could be injured.
9. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be  modified to accommodate a disabled person, see  
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Supplemental Driver And Front Passenger 
Knee Air Bags
This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee 
Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the 
steering column and a Supplemental Passenger Knee Air 
Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the glove 
compartment. The Supplemental Knee Air Bags provide 
enhanced protection during a frontal impact by working 
together with the seat belts, pretensioners, and front air 
bags.
Supplemental Side Air Bags
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs)
This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted 
Side Air Bags (SABs).
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs) are 
located in the outboard side of the front seats. The SABs 
are marked with “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG” on a label or 
on the seat trim on the outboard side of the seats.
The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury 
during certain side impacts, in addition to the injury 
reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body 
structure.
Front Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag
When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the outboard 
side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB 
deploys through the seat seam into the space between the 
occupant and the door. The SAB moves at a very high 
speed and with such a high force that it could injure 
occupants if they are not seated properly, or if items are 
positioned in the area where the SAB inflates. Children are 
at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs)
This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag 
Inflatable Curtains (SABICs).
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs) 
are located above the side windows. The trim covering the 
SABICs is labeled “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG.”
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) Label 
Location
SABICs may help reduce the risk of head and other injuries 
to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side 
impacts, in addition to the injury reduction potential 
provided by the seat belts and body structure.WARNING!
Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects 
between you and the Side Air Bags; the performance 
could be adversely affected and/or objects could be 
pushed into you, causing serious injury.
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The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side windows. 
An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the 
headliner out of the way and covers the window. The 
SABICs inflate with enough force to injure occupants if 
they are not belted and seated properly, or if items are 
positioned in the area where the SABICs inflate. Children 
are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air 
bag.
The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete 
ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in 
certain side impact events.
Side Impacts
The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain side 
impacts. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) 
determines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags 
in a particular impact event is appropriate, based on the 
severity and type of collision. The side impact sensors aid 
the ORC in determining the appropriate response to 
impact events. The system is calibrated to deploy the Side 
Air Bags on the impact side of the vehicle during impacts 
that require Side Air Bag occupant protection. In side 
impacts, the Side Air Bags deploy independently; a left 
side impact deploys the left Side Air Bags only and a 
right-side impact deploys the right Side Air Bags only. 
Vehicle damage by itself is not a good indicator of whether 
or not Side Air Bags should have deployed.
The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, 
including some collisions at certain angles, or some side 
collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger 
compartment. The Side Air Bags may deploy during angled 
or offset frontal collisions where the front air bags deploy.
Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint 
system. Side Air Bags deploy in less time than it takes to 
blink your eyes.
NOTE:Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but 
they will open during air bag deployment.
WARNING!
Do not mount equipment, or stack luggage or other 
cargo up high enough to block the deployment of the 
SABICs. The trim covering above the side windows 
where the SABIC and its deployment path are located 
should remain free from any obstructions.
 In order for the SABICs to work as intended, do not 
install any accessory items in your vehicle which 
could alter the roof. Do not add an aftermarket 
sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that 
require permanent attachments (bolts or screws) for 
installation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the 
roof of the vehicle for any reason.
WARNING!
Occupants, including children, who are up against or 
very close to Side Air Bags can be seriously injured or 
killed. Occupants, including children, should never 
lean on or sleep against the door, side windows, or 
area where the side air bags inflate, even if they are 
in an infant or child restraint.
Seat belts (and child restraints where appropriate) 
are necessary for your protection in all collisions. 
They also help keep you in position, away from an 
inflating Side Air Bag. To get the best protection from 
the Side Air Bags, occupants must wear their seat 
belts properly and sit upright with their backs against 
the seats. Children must be properly restrained in a 
child restraint or booster seat that is appropriate for 
the size of the child.
WARNING!
Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean 
against the door or window. Sit upright in the center 
of the seat.
 Being too close to the Side Air Bags during deploy -
ment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
 Relying on the Side Air Bags alone could lead to more 
severe injuries in a collision. The Side Air Bags work 
with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some 
collisions, Side Air Bags won’t deploy at all. Always 
wear your seat belt even though you have Side Air 
Bags.
WARNING!
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Rollover Events
Side Air Bags and seat belt pretensioners are designed to 
activate in certain rollover events. The Occupant Restraint 
Controller (ORC) determines whether deployment in a 
particular rollover event is appropriate, based on the 
severity and type of collision. Vehicle damage by itself is 
not a good indicator of whether or not Side Air Bags and 
seat belt pretensioners should have deployed.
The Side Air Bags and seat belt pretensioners will not 
deploy in all rollover events. The rollover sensing system 
determines if a rollover event may be in progress and 
whether deployment is appropriate. In the event the 
vehicle experiences a rollover or near rollover event, and 
deployment is appropriate, the rollover sensing system will 
deploy the side air bags and seat belt pretensioners on 
both sides of the vehicle.
The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete 
ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in 
certain rollover or side impact events.
Air Bag System Components
NOTE:The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the 
internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated 
with electrical Air Bag System Components listed below:
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
 Air Bag Warning Light 
 Steering Wheel and Column
 Instrument Panel 
Knee Impact Bolsters
 Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags
 Seat Belt Buckle Switch
 Supplemental Side Air Bags
 Supplemental Knee Air Bags
 Front and Side Impact Sensors
 Seat Belt Pretensioners
 Seat Track Position Sensors
 Occupant Classification System
If A Deployment Occurs 
The front air bags are designed to deflate immediately 
after deployment.
NOTE:Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions. 
This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag 
system.
If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any 
or all of the following may occur:
The air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions 
and/or skin reddening to the occupants as the air bags 
deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction 
rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet 
or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact 
with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally 
heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed signifi -
cantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, 
see your doctor immediately. 
As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like 
particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the 
process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air 
bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the 
skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irrita -
tion, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat 
irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, 
see your doctor. If these particles settle on your 
clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instruc -
tions for cleaning.
Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. 
If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not 
be in place to protect you.
NOTE:
 Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, 
but they will open during air bag deployment.
 After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an 
authorized dealer immediately.
WARNING!
Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot 
protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat 
belt pretensioners, and the seat belt retractor 
assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer 
immediately. Also, have the Occupant Restraint 
Controller System serviced as well.
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