2012 Acura MDX Owner's Manual - Page 32

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the automatic seat belt tensioners are activated by a collision, both front seat belts and all related components must be replaced (see page 25). If only the e-pretensioners were activated, no components need to be replaced. In addition, the front passenger's epretensioner does not activate when the passenger's airbag is automatically turned off because the weight sensor detects a child in the front passenger's seat. Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly. Pull each belt out fully, and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily. If a belt does not retract easily, cleaning the belt may correct the problem (see page 534). Any belt that is not in good condition or working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible. Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your Acura Warranty Information booklet for details. If a seat belt is worn during a crash, you should have your dealer inspect the belt, and replace it if necessary. A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash. The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed. If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash, they must be replaced. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 25