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Seats, Interior
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Control indica tor
v
for belt tensioners
The function of the belt tensioners is
monitored electronically together with the
airbag systems and the d eployab le anti-
roll bars
3
. Their operational readiness is
indicated by control indicator
v
in the
instrument panel. When the ignition is
switched on, the control indica tor
illuminates for approx. 4 second s. If it
does not illuminate, does not go out after
4 seconds or illum inates whilst driving,
there is a fault in the belt tensioner or and
airbag systems or in the deployable anti-
roll bars
3
, see p age 98. The systems may
fail to trigger in the event of an a ccident.
Dep loyment of the belt tensioners is
indicated by continuous illumination of
v
.
The system’s integ ra ted self-diagnostics
allow s faults to be quickly remedied.
Imp or tant
z
Accessories and other objects not
specifically approved for your vehicle
type must not be affixed or placed within
the action zone of the b elt tensioners
(near the belt buckles) as this c ould
result in injury if the belt tensioners are
triggered.
z
Do not mak e any modifications to the
components of the belt tensioners, as
this will render the v ehicle unroadw orthy.
z
The belt tensioner and airbag system
control electronics can be found in the
centre console area. In order to av oid
malfunctions, do not store mag netic
objects in this a rea.
z
When using the rear sea ts, ensure that
the front belt com ponents a re not
damaged by shoes or other objects.
Avoid dirt getting into the belt wind ers.
z
We recom mend that you have the front
seats removed by a w orkshop.
z
The belt tensioners trigger once only,
ind ic ated b y illumination of control
ind ic ator
v
. Belt tensioners when
trig gered must be replaced by a
workshop.
z
When disposing of the vehicle, the sa fety
instructions given for this must be
observed . Ta ke the vehicle to a recycling
company for disposal.
9
Warning
Hav e the cause of the fa ult eliminated
immediately.
9
Warning
Incorrect handling (e.g. rem ov al or fitting
of belts or b elt buckles) c an trig ger the
belt tensioners w ith risk of injury.
Summary of Contents for 2010 Astra
Page 1: ...A ST R A ASTRA Operation Safety and Maintenance Owner s Manual ...
Page 2: ...VAUXHALL Astra Operation Safety Maintenance ...
Page 12: ...8 In Brief ...
Page 364: ...360 Index ...
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