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1-8. Safety information

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CAUTION

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SRS airbag precautions

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Do not place anything, such as a cushion, on the front passenger's seat. Doing so

will disperse the passenger's weight, which prevents the sensor from detecting

the passenger's weight properly. As a result, the SRS front passenger airbag may

not deploy in the event of a collision.

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Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components

Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications with-

out consulting your Lexus dealer.

The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or

serious injury.

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Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags

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Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel, instrument

panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars or roof side

rails

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Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the occupant

compartment

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Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. to the front grille (bull bars or kangaroo

bar etc.)

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Modifications to the vehicle's suspension system

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Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios or CD players

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Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability