2010 Jeep Commander Owner's Manual - Page 59

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have deabrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium airbags will not be in place to protect you. floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. WARNING! They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. However, if you haven't healed significantly within a Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, immediately. seat belt pretensioners, and the front passenger seat • As the airbags deflate, you may see some smoke-like belt retractor assembly replaced by an authorized particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the dealer as soon as possible. Also, have the Occupant process that generates the non-toxic gas used for Restraint Controller (ORC) system serviced as well. airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the 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