When the ignition is switched ON, both front passenger air bag deactivation indicator
lights illuminate regardless of the front passenger air bag deactivation switch position. The
indicator light turns off after a specified period of time, then turns on/off depending on the
conditions as indicated in the following table.
Front Passenger Air Bag
Deactivation Switch
Front Passenger Seat/Side Air Bag,
Front Passenger Seat Belt
Pretensioner Operation Condition
Front Passenger Air Bag
Deactivation Indicator Light
OFF position
Deactivate
ON position
Ready
Turns off after a short period of time.
NOTE
Have the front passenger air bag deactivation switch inspected by an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer if any of these conditions occur:
l
The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate for a
specified period of time when the ignition is switched ON.
l
The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not turn off after a short
period of time when the ignition is switched ON (front passenger air bag deactivation
switch is in ON position).
qSwitch Positions
Before driving, always confirm that the front passenger air bag deactivation switch is in the
appropriate posit ion using the auxiliary key according to your requirements.
WARNING
Do not leave the key in the front passenger air b ag deactivation switch:
Unintentional deactivation of the front passenger air bag is dangerous. In an
accident, the front passenger will not be properly protected. Serious injuries or even
death could occur. To avoid unintentional deactivation, always use the auxiliary key
stored in the transmitter body currently being used to operate the front passenger air
bag deactivation switc h. After deactivating the air bag, put the auxiliary key back into
the transmitter body. That way you will not leave the key in the front passenger air bag
deactivation switch.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
2-49
To Next Page
Loading...
