2004 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 82

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 illuminates. • The air bag system warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. • The air bags inflate. • Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or does not illuminate as indicated in the chart. For more details about this indicator light and this chart, refer to "Front passenger seat weight sensors (page 2-63)". WARNING Damaged Air Bag System Components: Driving with damaged air bag system components is dangerous. A collision, even one not strong enough to inflate the air bags, could damage the system components. If there was a subsequent collision, a damaged component 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 seats (if side air bags are equipped), front dashboard, the steering wheel or parts containing air bag parts or sensors is dangerous. These parts contain essential air bag components. The air bag could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these parts. 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. 2-73