2003 Mazda MAZDA6 Owner's Manual - Page 55

shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 45 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags M Maintenance The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. But if any of the following occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: • The air bag system warning light flashes. • The air bag system warning light stays on. • The air bag system warning light stays off when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. • The air bags inflate. WARNING Damaged Air Bag Sensors: Driving with damaged air bag sensors is dangerous. A collision, even one not strong enough to inflate the air bags, could damage the sensors. If there was a subsequent collision, a damaged sensor would not inflate the air bags. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the air bag systems after a collision. Removing Interior Parts: Removing any components such as the front seat, front dashboard, the steering wheel or parts on the front and rear window pillars* and along the roof edge*, containing air bag parts or sensors is dangerous. These parts contain essential air bag parts. The air bag could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these parts. *If equipped with side or curtain air bags. Air Bag Disposal: Improper disposal of an air bag or a vehicle with live air bags in it can be extremely dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury can result. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of an air bag or how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle. 2-45 Form No. 8R29-EA-02I