1994 Chevrolet Astro Owner's Manual - Page 41

is the smoke from air bag inflation harmful? an The particles emitted during air bag inflation are not harmful to most people. Some people with respiratory ailments may experience difficulty breathing if they stay inthe vehicle with the windows closed after air bag inflation. So, if your air bag inflates, you and anypassengers should exit the vehicle if and whenit is safe to do so. If you or your passengers can't get out of the vehicle, try to get fresh air by opening a window, turning on the fan, or opening a door. Servicing Your Facial Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle The facial air bag affects how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle.You don't want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your GM dealer and the 1994 GM Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. Safety Be/t Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don't wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lapshoulder belt, and thelap portion should be worn as low possible throughout the pregnancy. as 1-29