When used with properly worn safety belts, airbags represent one of the most effective occupant-protection systems available today. When properly deactivated, the switch is turned to OFF and the Off light is illuminated. The Right Front Passenger Airbag SRS should be activated in all other situations. When properly deactivated, the switch is turned OFF and the OFF light is illuminated. The Front Shoulder Safety Belts on Ranger are Adjustable to five different height Positions for optimum comfort.
People have a tendency to wear safety belts more if they fit comfortably.
Safety Belt Pretentioners Ranger Safety Belts now feature Pretensioners. In the event of a collision, the pretensioners automatically take up slack in the safety belt, holding occupants in the proper position and helping to maintain optimum airbag protection. These are designed to pay out safety belt webbing in a controlled manner which helps reduce the belt force acting on the occupant's chest. The retractors also act to help smooth the occupant's forward motion into the deploying airbag to help reduce the risk of restraint-caused minor injuries. The system uses an electronically coded ignition key with billions of possible codes to start the vehicle.