2000 Toyota 4Runner Owners Manual - Page 49

When a seat belt pretensioner is activated, an operating noise may be heard and a small amount of smoke- like gas may be released. This gas is harmless and does not indicate that a fire is occurring. Once the seat belt pretensioner has been activated, the seat belt retractor remains locked. NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the seat belt pretensioners in some cases. z Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two- way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player z Repairs on or near the front seat belt retractor assemblies z Modification of the suspension system z Modification of the front end structure z Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end z Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure or console This front seat belt pretensioner system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. CAUTION Do not modify, remove, strike or open the front seat belt pretensioner assemblies, airbag sensor or surrounding area or wiring. Doing any of these may cause sudden operation of the front seat belt pretensioners or disable the system, which could result in serious injury. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injuries. D The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the "ACC" or "ON" position, or the light remains on. D The light comes on or flashes while driving. D If either front seat belt does not retract or can not be pulled out due to a malfunction or activation of the pretensioner. 2000 4Runner (OM35762U) 49