Pontiac 2006 Grand Prix - Manual (Page 157)

Airbag Readiness Light
There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument
panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system
checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions.
The light indicates if there is an electrical problem.
The system check includes the airbag sensors,
the airbag modules, the wiring, and the diagnostic
module. For more information on the airbag system, see
Airbag System on page 1-52.
This light will come on
when the vehicle is
started, and it will flash for
a few seconds. Then
the light should go out.
This means the system is
functioning properly.
If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is
started, or comes on as the vehicle is being driven,
the airbag system may not work properly. Have
the vehicle serviced right away.
{ CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light stays on after you
start your vehicle, it means the airbag system
may not be working properly. The airbags in
your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they
could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle
serviced right away if the airbag readiness light
stays on after you start your vehicle.
The airbag readiness light should flash for a few
seconds when the ignition key is turned to RUN. If the
light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will
be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
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