Dodge 2009 Journey - Manual (Page 41)

WARNING!
• Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison-
ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. These fumes
could injure you and your passengers. Keep the
liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle.
• If you are required to drive with the liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
blower switch on the climate control is set at high
speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
Some of the most important safety features in your
vehicle are the restraint systems. The following safety
features are standard on your vehicle:
• Front airbags for both the driver and front passenger
• Supplemental side curtain airbags for the driver and
passengers seated next to a window
• Supplemental front seat mounted side airbags
• An energy-absorbing steering column and steering
wheel
• Knee Bolsters/Blockers for front seat occupants
• Three-point lap and shoulder belts for all seating
positions
• Pretensioning and load-limiting retractors for the front
seat belts to enhance occupant protection by managing
occupant energy during an impact event.
• All seat belt systems (except the driver’s and second
row center position) include Automatic Locking Re-
tractors (ALRs).
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