KIA Sportage 2010 User Manual
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WARNING
- Replacing
used pre-tensioners
• Pre-tensioners are designed
to operate once. After activa-
tion, pre-tensioner seat belts
must be replaced. All seat
belts, of any type, should
always be replaced after they
have been worn during a colli-
sion.
• Do not attempt to replace the
pre-tensioners yourself. This
must be done by an autho-
rized Kia dealer.
CAUTION -
Hot parts
The pre-tensioner assembly
mechanism become hot during
activation. Do not touch the pre-
tensioner seat belt assembly for
several minutes after they have
been activated.
WARNING
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Damaging
the pre-tensioners
• Do not hit or strike the pre-
tensioner assemblies, espe-
cially with a tool or heavy
object.
• Do not attempt to service or
repair the pre-tensioners.
WARNING
If the vehicle or pre-tensioner
seat belt must be discarded, con-
tact an authorized Kia dealer.