Air Bag Readiness Light
There is an
air
bag readiness light on the instrument
panel, which shows
AIR
BAG.
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 modules,
the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
For more information on the
air
bag system, see “Air
Bag” in the Index.
AIR
BAG
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.
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ry
Warning Light
This
light will come on
briefly when you start the
vehicle, as a check to show
you it is working; then it
VOLTS
should go out.
If
it stays on, or comes on while you
are
driving, you
may have a problem with the electrical charging system.
It could indicate that you have a generator problem
or another electrical system 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 climate control system.
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