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262 SAFETY
• Seat Track Position Sensors
• Occupant Classification System
Air Bag War
ning Light
The ORC monitors the readiness of the elec-
tronic parts of the air bag system whenever the
ignitio
n switch is in the START or ON/RUN
position. If the ignition switch is in the OFF posi
-
tion or in the ACC position, the air bag system is
not on
and the air bags will not inflate.
The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may
deploy t
he air bag system even if the battery loses power or
it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instru-
ment panel for approximately four to eight seconds for a
self-ch
eck when the ignition switch is first in the ON/RUN
position. After the self-check, the Air Bag Warning Light will
turn off. If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the
system, it turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either
momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound to
alert you if the light comes on again after initial startup.
The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the
instrum
ent panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is
detected that could affect the air bag system. The diagnostics
also record the nature of the malfunction. While the air bag
system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the
following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air
bag system immediately.
• The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during the
four t
o eight seconds when the ignition switch is first in the
ON/RUN position.
• The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to
eight-s
econd interval.
• The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remain
s on while driving.
NOTE:
If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges
a
re not
working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
may also be disabled. In this condition the air bags may not
be ready to inflate for your protection. Have an authorized
dealer service the air bag system immediately.
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