System Operation Check
Two lights pertaining to air bag system are located directly above air bag symbol in instrument cluster. See Fig 1 .
Control light is used to indicate readiness of system. This light, which glows when ignition switch is turned to the ON position or engine is started, will stay on approximately 5-8 seconds while diagnosis unit in air bag control unit performs an electronic test cycle of system.
If control light does not glow when ignition is turned to the ON position or does not go out after 5-8 seconds, a fault probably exists in system. If a fault occurs while ignition is on, it is stored in fault memory. Warning light will then glow and air bag system will be switched off. If warning light glows or flickers while driving, air bag system should be tested. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT section.