HONDA 2005 Civic Coupe - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 28)

This indicator alerts you
that the passenger’s side
airbag has been automatically shut
off. It does
mean there is a
problem with your side airbags.
When you turn the ignition switch to
ON (II), the indicator should come
on briefly and go off (see page
).
If it doesn’t come on, stays on, or
comes on while driving without a
passenger in the front seat, have the
system checked.
Your airbag systems are virtually
maintenance free, and there are no
parts you can safely service.
However, you must have your
vehicle serviced if:
Any airbag
that has deployed must be
replaced along with the control
unit and other related parts. If a
front airbag inflates, the seat belt
tensioners must also be replaced.
Do not try to remove or replace
any airbag by yourself. This must
be done by your dealer or a
knowledgeable body shop.
Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as
possible. If you ignore this
indication, your airbags may not
operate properly.
Together, airbags and
seat belts provide the best
protection.
Tampering could cause
the airbags to deploy, possibly
causing very serious injury.
If water or another liquid
soaks into a seat-back, it can
prevent the side airbag cutoff
system from working properly.
Improperly replacing
or covering front seat-back covers
can prevent your side airbags from
inflating during a side impact.
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In models with side airbags
How the Side Airbag Of f
Indicator Works Additional Saf ety Precautions Airbag Service
not
An airbag ever inf lates.
The SRS indicator alerts you to a
problem.
Do not attempt to deactivate your
airbags.
Do not tamper with airbag
components or wiring f or any
reason.
Do not expose the f ront seat-backs
to liquid.
Do not cover or replace f ront seat-
back covers without consulting
your dealer.
Additional Information About Your Airbags
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