Energy Management Feature
This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature in the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on accident.
This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant’s chest.
WARNING!
• The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced
if the seat belt assembly “Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR)” feature or any other seat belt function
is not working properly when checked according
to the procedures in the Service Manual.
• Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in accidents.
See also:
Side Step Removal – If Equipped
NOTE: Prior to off-road usage, the side steps should be removed to prevent
damage.
1. Remove the two nuts from the bodyside.
2. Remove one bolt from the underside of the vehicle.
3. Remove th ...
Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK/OFF position. The only
approved method of towing without the ignition key is
with a flatbed truck. Proper towin ...
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