Checking Airbag Warning Light

Passenger Protection Maintenance: Inspect Airbag System

NOTE:
- An inspection must be carried out every 60,000 km (40,000 mls) in the first 10 years.
- After the first 10 years, the airbag system must be inspected every 2 years, regardless of the mileage.

Checking Airbag Warning Light
1. Function test on airbag warning light in instrument cluster:
a. Switch on ignition.

NOTE: The airbag warning light must light up for approx. 3 seconds. If the warning light does not light up, check the light unit and power supply.







2. Function test on airbag warning light in centre console:

DANGER:
- Danger of serious or fatal injuries from passenger's airbag.
- If the PASSENGER AIRBAG warning light does not light up when the ignition is switched on, there may be a fault in the system.

a. Use the vehicle key to deactivate the passenger's airbag on the key-operated switch (cover of right fuse carrier).
b. Switch position ON - airbag active.
c. When you switch on the ignition, the warning light must light up continuously.
d. Switch position OFF - airbag deactivated.