Operation Manual

Seats, interior 41
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Belt tensioners control indicator
The seat belt tensioners are monitored
electronically together with the airbags,
and their operational readiness show n by
the red control indicator v in the
instrume nt clus ter.
When the ignition is switched on, the
control indicator flashes several times then
e xting uis hes. If it does not flash, stays lit,
illuminates or flashes whilst driving, there is
a fault with the belt tensioners or in the
airbag sy ste ms. The systems m ig ht not
therefore be triggered in the event of an
accident (see also pa ge 52).
The system’s integrated self-diagnostics
allows faults to be quickly remedied.
Important
z Accessories not released for your vehicle
type and other objects m ust not be fixed
or placed within the action zone of the
belt tensioners, as they may result in
injury if the belt tensioners are triggered.
z Do not make any modifications to the
components of the belt tensioners, as
this may result in unintended actuation
of the belt tensioners, rendering the
vehicle unroadworthy and causing
serious personal injury.
z The belt tensioner and airbag system
control electronics can be found in the
centre console area. In order to avoid
malfunctions, do not store magnetic
objects in this a rea.
z When using the rear seats, ensure that
the front seat belt components are not
damaged by shoes or other objects.
Avoid dirt getting in the retractors.
z The belt tensioners only actuate once,
indic ated by continuous illumina tion of
control indicator v in the instrument
cluster. Deployed belt tensioners must be
replaced by a workshop.
z When disp osing of the v ehicle, observe
the applicable safety regulations. Have
the vehicle d isposed of b y a disposal
company which reuses vehicle parts.
9 Wa rning
Have the cause of the fault remedied by
a workshop.
9 Warning
Improper handling (e.g. removal or
installation) can activate the belt
tensioners – risk of injury.