Ferrari Portofino, Manual

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SAFETY
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The belt will rewind a few centimetres just before the restraining action
begins, thereby improving the fitting across the occupant's body.
Activation of a pretensioner is signalled by the illumination of the warning
light
A on the instrument panel.
Warning
If there is a side collision, only the pretensioner on the side where the
collision occurs will be activated.
Important note
When a pretensioner is activated, a small amount of smoke is released.
This smoke is not harmful.
The seat belts for the front and rear seats are fitted with load limiting
devices. The load limiting device is located in the belt retractor and allows
controlled release of the belt during a collision thereby limiting the impact
that the belt has on the occupant's body.
Warning
Activation of the pretensioners only depends on the status of the seat
belts and is not affected by the occupants' presence. If the seat belt
is not fastened, the pretensioner will not activate, even if the seat is
occupied.
Warning
Pretensioners that have been activated will no longer function and may
not be repaired under any circumstances. Contact the F
ERRARI
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ERVICE
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ETWORK
for replacement.
Seat belt and pretensioner care
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Following a serious collision, replace the seat belts that were worn at
the time even if they do not appear to be damaged.
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Periodically check that the screws on the anchor points are
tightened fully and that the seat belt is in perfect condition and
slides smoothly.
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The seat belt must be kept clean; the presence of any dirt could
prevent the seat belt retractor from working properly.
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To clean the seat belt, wash by hand with mild soap and water
and let it dry. Do not use strong detergents, bleach or aggressive
solvents, as they can weaken the fibres. Make sure the retractors do
not get wet: proper functioning is only ensured if they are kept dry.
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The pretensioner requires no maintenance or lubrication.
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Pretensioners must be replaced at regular intervals as indicated in
the “Warranty Booklet”.
Important note
If immersed in water or mud, it must be replaced.
Important note
All work on any part of this safety system must be performed by the
F
ERRARI
S
ERVICE
N
ETWORK
.
Warning
Removing or making modifications of any kind to the seat belts,
belt retractors and pretensioners is not allowed. Maintenance work
involving strong impacts, vibrations or heating of the pretensioner area
may activate them; vibrations caused by bumps in the road will not
have this effect