Seat Belt System: General Description: Caution

Before starting the work, turn the ignition switch to OFF, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait for 60 seconds or more.
For the 12 volt engine restart battery of HEV model, disconnect the ground terminal from 12V engine restart battery sensor.
The pretensioner system is fitted with a backup power supply. After disconnecting the battery ground cable, the pretensioner may operate if you do not wait for 60 seconds or more before starting pretensioner system servicing.
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.
Do not allow current to flow through or voltage to reach the pretensioner. Do not use a circuit tester to check resistance of the pretensioner.
Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the pretensioner. If it is dented, cracked or deformed, replace it with a new genuine part.
Do not use the airbag or pretensioner parts from other vehicles. Always use a new genuine part for replacement.
When handling a seat belt with deployed pretensioner, wear gloves and goggles. Wash your hands afterwards.
Do not reuse a seat belt with deployed pretensioner.
Before disposal, make sure to perform an operation process to the pretensioners.
If material from the pretensioner enters the eyes or contacts skin during operation process, wash it away with clean water, and then consult a doctor.