1996 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual - Page 13

broken, or missing, or if the light remains on, see your NISSAN dealer immediately. CAUTION Do not continue driving if the generator belt is loose, broken or missing. the ignition key is turned to ON, and remains illuminated until the driver's seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime sounds for about seven seconds unless the driver's seat belt is securely fastened. Refer to "Seat belts" in the "Pre-driving checks and adjustments" section for precautions on seat belt usage. mental Restraint System (Air bag system) may not function properly. For additional details on the Supplemental Restraint System (Air bag system), see the ''Pre-driving checks and adjustments'' section. Low fuel warning light (If so equipped) This light comes on when the fuel in the tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E. There should be a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches E. Low washer fluid warning light (For Canada) This light comes on when the washer fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as necessary. See the ''Do-it-yourself operations'' section. Air bag warning light (If so equipped) When the ignition key is in the ON or START position, the air bag light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the air bag needs servicing and your vehicle must be taken to your nearest authorized NISSAN dealer: 1. The air bag light does not come on and remain on for 7 seconds and then go off as described above. 2. The air bag light flashes intermittently or remains on. 3. The air bag light does not come on at all. Unless checked and repaired, the Supple1-6 or Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. The light comes on when the parking brake is applied, and also warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See ''Brake and clutch fluid'' in the ''Do-it-yourself operations'' section. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by your NISSAN dealer. Door ajar warning light (If so equipped) This light comes on when any of the doors and/or back door are not closed securely while the ignition key is ON. Seat belt warning light and chime The light and chime remind you to fasten seat belts. The light illuminates whenever