2011 Ford Explorer Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 187

Seating and Safety Restraints • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front safety belts. • Impact sensors located in various parts of the vehicle. WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the rear inflatable safety belt. How does the rear inflatable safety belt system work? • The rear inflatable safety belts will function like standard restraints in everyday usage. • During a collision of sufficient force, the inflatable belt will will inflate from inside the webbing. • The fully inflated belt's increased diameter more effectively holds the occupant in the appropriate seating position, and spreads crash forces over more area of the body than regular safety belts. This helps reduce pressure on the chest and helps control head and neck motion for passengers. 187 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)