1996 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 126

Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIRBAG. The system checks the air bag's electrical systemfor malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see "Air Bag" in the Index. Battery Warning Light VOLT AIR BAG You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you RUN turn your ignition to or START. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready. When you turn the key to RUN, one of these lights will come on briefly, to show that your alternator and battery charging systems are working. If the light stayson, you need service, and you should take your Buick the to dealer at once.To save your battery until you there, get turn off all accessories and set your air system OFF. to If the air bag readiness light doesn'tcome on when you start your vehicle,or stays on, or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away.