Air Bag Readiness Light
There
is
an air bag readiness light
on
the instrument
panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system
checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions.
The light tells
you
if there is an electrical problem, The
system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag
module, the wiring and
the
diagnostic module. For more
information
on
the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in
the Index.
This light will come on
when you start your engine,
and it will flash for a few
seconds.
Then
the light
should go out. This means
the system
is
ready.
If
the air
bag
readiness light stays
on
after
you
start the
engine or comes on when
you
are driving, your air bag
system may
not
work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right away.
The air
bag
readiness light should
flash
for a few
seconds when
you
turn the ignition key to
RUN.
If
the
light doesn’t come on then, have
it
fixed
so
it will be
ready to warn you if there
is
a problem.
Charging System Indicator Light
The
charging system light
will come
on
briefly when
you turn on the ignition,
but the engine is not
running, as a check to
show
you
it is working.
It should
go
out once the engine is running. If it stays
on,
or comes on while
you
are driving,
you
may have
a
problem with the charging system. It could indicate that
you have problems with a generator drive belt, or
another electrical problem. Have it checked right away.
Driving while this light is on could drain your battery.
If
you
must drive
a
short distance
with
the light on, be
certain to
turn
off all your accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner.
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