2012 Acura MDX Owner's Manual - Page 43

Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts you to a potential problem with your airbag system components. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, this indicator comes on briefly then goes off. This tells you the system is working properly. If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, you should have the system checked by your dealer. For example: ● You will also see a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 87). How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works U.S. Canada If you see any of these indications, the airbag system components may not work properly when you need them. This indicator alerts you that the passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off. It does not mean there is a problem with your side airbags. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the indicator should come on briefly and then go out (see page 70). If it does not come on, stays on, or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat, you will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display. Have the system checked (see page 87). If the SRS indicator does not come on after you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If the indicator stays on after the engine starts. If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive. Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem. ● ● 36