2015 Dodge Durango Owner Manual - Page 82

80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN position. If the ignition switch is in the OFF position or in the ACC position, the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is detected that could affect the air bag system. The diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction. While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized The ORC contains a backup power supply system that dealer service the air bag system immediately. may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. • The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the first turned to the ON/RUN position. instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition switch is first turned to • The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to the ON/RUN position. After the self-check, the Air Bag eight-second interval. Warning Light will turn off. If the ORC detects a mal• The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or function in any part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag remains on while driving. Warning Light, either momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound to alert you if the light comes on again after initial startup.