2009 Dodge Journey Owner's Manual - Page 57

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 8. Do not lean against the door, as the supplemental side curtain airbags and supplemental front seat mounted side airbags will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the door. 9. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided in the If You Need Customer Assistance section. WARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the airbags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags. • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during airbag deployment could cause serious injury. Airbags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • Supplemental side curtain airbags and supplemental front seat mounted side airbags also need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat. 2