Servicing Your Air Bag-EquippedVehicleAir bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the air bag systems in several placesaround your vehicle. Your dealer and the servicemanual have information about servicing your vehicleand the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual,see Service Publications Ordering Information onpage 7-11.{CAUTION:For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key isturned off and the battery is disconnected, anair bag can still inflate during improperservice. You can be injured if you are close toan air bag when it inflates. Avoid yellowconnectors. They are probably part of the airbag systems. Be sure to follow proper serviceprocedures, and make sure the personperforming work for you is qualified to do so.The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance.Restraint System CheckChecking Your Restraint SystemsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminder lightand all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractorsand anchorages are working properly. Look for any otherloose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you seeanything that might keep a safety belt system from doingits job, have it repaired.Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in acrash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a beltis torn or frayed, get a new one right away.Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, andhave them repaired or replaced. (The air bag systemdoes not need regular maintenance.)1-57
