Section 249 (Seat Belt System): General Description: Caution

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Before starting the work, turn the ignition switch to OFF, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait for 20 seconds or more.
The pretensioner system has a backup power source. Be aware that the pretensioner might deploy if you do not wait for 20 seconds or more before starting work.
Do not drop or apply any impact to the pretensioner.
If oil, grease or water gets on the pretensioner, wipe it off immediately with a dry cloth.
Do not expose the pretensioner to high temperature or flame.