AIR BAG WARNING LAMP [G2788969]

WARNING:

Make sure to read and fully understand the relevant warnings before using any of the features in this section. See AIR BAG SAFETY.

WARNING:

The warning lamp indicates a potential fault with the vehicle restraint system. Never use a child restraint on the front passenger seat if the warning lamp indicates a potential fault with the vehicle restraint system.

The instrument panel displays an illuminated air bag warning lamp as a bulb check when the ignition is switched on. See AIR BAG (YELLOW).

If any of the following air bag warning lamp conditions occur, the vehicle should be checked by a retailer/authorized repairer immediately.

  1. Fails to illuminate when the ignition is switched on.
  2. Fails to extinguish within 6 seconds of the ignition being switched on.
  3. Illuminates at any time, other than during the bulb check, when the ignition is on.

When the ignition is switched on, a diagnostic control unit monitors the readiness of the system’s electrical circuits. Elements of the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) being monitored include:

  1. SRS warning lamp.
  2. Rotary coupler.
  3. Air bag modules.
  4. Seat belt pre-tensioners.
  5. Air bag diagnostic control unit.
  6. Crash and rollover sensors.
  7. Air bag wiring harness.
  8. Seat occupancy sensor.
  9. Air bag status indicator.
  10. Front seat belt buckle switches.
  11. Front seat track position sensor.
  12. Pyrotechnic brake pedal release.
NOTE:

Not all of the SRS Elements listed are fitted to all specifications of vehicle.