Dodge 2010 Viper - Owner Manual User Manual

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While the seat belts are designed to protect the driver and
passenger in many types of collisions, the airbags will
deploy in certain frontal collisions depending on the
severity and type of collision. However, even in collisions
where the airbags deploy, all occupants need the seat
belts to keep them in the right position for the airbags to
protect properly.

NOTE:

• The passenger airbag may not deploy if the Occupant

Classification System (refer to “Airbag Deployment
Sensors and Controls”) determines the seat is empty or
is occupied by someone that is classified in the “child”
category. This could be a child, a teenager, or even a
small adult. Therefore, even if the driver’s Advanced
Front Airbag deploys, the passenger’s Advanced Front
Airbag may not deploy.

• Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim;

but they will open during airbag deployment.

• After any accident, the vehicle should be taken to an

authorized dealer immediately.

Airbag System Components
Your vehicle may be equipped with the following airbag
system components:

• Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
• Airbag Warning Light
• Steering Wheel and Column
• Instrument Panel
• Knee Impact Bolster
• Driver Advanced Front Airbag
• Passenger Advanced Front Airbag
• Front and Side Impact Sensors

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE