2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Owner Manual - Page 66

64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event the ORC will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System to perform the following functions NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in all collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system. If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: • • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front Cut off fuel to the engine. passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those until the ignition key is turned off. you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. the battery has power or until the ignition key is However, if you haven't healed significantly within a removed. few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor Unlock the doors automatically. immediately. If a Deployment Occurs • As the airbags deflate, you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the The airbags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment. process that generates the non-toxic gas used for