1996 GMC Savana Van Owner's Manual - Page 105

Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. Thesystem check includes the air bag sensor, 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. You will see this lightflash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START. Then the light should go out. This means Charging System Light ~ 1 Irl 1 This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, before starting the engine, as acheck to show you it is working. AIR BAG After the engine starts,the light should go out. If it stays on or comes on while you are driving,you may have a problem with your charging system.It could indicate a problem with the alternator drivebelt, or some other charging system problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with this light on,it helps to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. If the air bag readiness light doesn't come 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. 2-47