There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you 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 .

This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to ON and it will flash for a few seconds.

Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready. If it does not go out, have your vehicle serviced right away.

If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on while you are driving, your airbag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away.

Caution: If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away.

If there is a problem with the airbag system in your vehicle, the "SERVICE AIR BAG" message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. See DIC Warnings and Messages for more information.