2013 Dodge Journey Owner Manual - Page 77

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any or all of the following may occur: • The nylon air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the air bags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deyou might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. bags will not be in place to protect you. They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. However, if you haven't healed significantly within a WARNING! few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot immediately. protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like seat belt pretensioners, and the front seat belt retracparticles. The particles are a normal by-product of the tor assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer improcess that generates the non-toxic gas used for air mediately. Also, have the Occupant Restraint Conbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the troller (ORC) system serviced as well. skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer's instructions for cleaning. 2