Dodge 2008 Sprinter User Manual

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Safety

Occupant safety

When the ignition is on, the emergency
tensioning retractor is activated:
ț only if the restraint systems are op-

erational (the 1-warning lamp

comes on for approximately 4 sec-

onds after the ignition is switched

on.) (

୴ page 41).

ț in the event of a head-on or rear-end

collision, if there is a high rate of ve-

hicle acceleration or deceleration in

the initial stages of a collision

ț in the event of a side impact, if the

vehicle suddenly decelerates or ac-

celerates in a lateral direction at the

initial stage of the impact and the ve-

hicle is equipped with thorax/

sidebags and/or windowbags.

If the emergency tensioning retractors
are triggered, you will hear a bang that is
generally harmless to your hearing. A
small amount of powder may also be re-
leased. The 1 warning lamp lights
up.

Emergency tensioning retractors do
not correct:
ț incorrect sitting positions
ț incorrectly worn seat belts
Emergency tensioning retractors do
not pull occupants back towards the
backrest.

Warning

If the emergency tensioning retractors
have been triggered, have them replaced
at a qualified specialist workshop which
has the necessary specialist knowledge
and tools to carry out the work required.

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