• 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. 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.

• 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 part.

• Do not use the airbag or pretensioner parts from other vehicles. Always perform any replacement with new parts.

• 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 discarding, deploy the pretensioner.

• If the material gets in your eyes or on your skin during deployment, wash it away with clean water, and then consult a doctor.