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JAECOO 7 handbook · Controls & features

Seat belt pretensioners

Tighten the belts in a serious crash
Official manufacturer dataApplies to: Petrol and Super Hybrid (SHS-P)Source: Petrol handbook p60 · Super Hybrid handbook p58

The front seat belt pretensioners work with the front airbags in a severe impact.

  • In a severe impact, the retractor quickly tightens the belt to hold the occupant firmly.
  • They may not fire in a minor or side impact.
  • In a severe impact they may fire even if the front seat is empty.
  • When they fire you may hear a noise and see a little non-toxic gas. It will not cause a fire and is generally harmless.
Seat belt pretensioner
Seat belt pretensioner

Airbag (SRS) malfunction indicator

The pretensioners may not work properly if

  • The suspension has been modified.
  • The front of the body has been modified.
  • The pretensioner or nearby parts have been repaired.
  • The pretensioner or the area around it is damaged.
  • A grille guard or other device is fitted to the front of the car.