SIR Indicator Lamp

The AIR BAG indicator lamp will light to warn the driver of a potential Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system problem that could prevent the proper deployment of the air bag in an accident. When the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position (engine not started) the AIR BAG will flash seven times. When the ignition switch is turned to the START position the AIR BAG lamp will stay on (solid light). When the ignition switch is turned back to the RUN position (engine running) the light will flash seven times then go out. If the light stays on the SIR system must be repaired as soon as possible because the air bags will not deploy during an accident. A scan too can be used to read trouble codes remaining in the history memory of the Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) and to clear all history codes after repair. The second AIR BAG lamp is a redundant lamp and will only illuminate when the first lamp fails to operate. For additional information including service precautions refer to Supplemental Inflatable Restraints.