1996 Buick Riviera Owner's Manual - Page 125

Battery Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument AIR BAG. The system checks the panel, which shows air bag's electrical system malfunctions. The light for tells you if there is dectrical problem. The system bag i check includes the air sensors, the a r bag modules, and the wiring and the crash sensing diagnostic module. bag For moreinfomation on the air system, see "Air Bag" in the Index...a n When you turn the keyto RUN, this light will come your on briefly, to show that alternator and battery charging systems are working. - LbNT 0 BOo -? i AIR BAG You wl See this light flash il for a few seconds when you turn your ignitionto RUN 3 or START.the light Then should go out. Thisrne.ans the systemis ready. and If the light stays on, your vehicle needs service should takeyour Buick to the dealer at once. To save you off your battery until get there, turn 'allaccessories, and set your air system toOW. If the air bag readiness light doesn't comewhen you on start your vehicle,or stays on, or comes on when you ar are driving, youri bag system maynot work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away.