Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Service Manual: Caution

• Before starting the work, turn the ignition switch to OFF, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait for 60 seconds or more.

• The airbag system (including pretensioner) is fitted with a backup power supply. After disconnecting the battery ground cable, the airbag may operate if you do not wait for 60 seconds or more before starting the service of airbag system.

• 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.