2000 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual - Page 118
2000 Chevrolet Tracker Manual
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Air BagReadiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag's electrical system malfunctions. The light for tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includesthe air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more informationon the air bag system,see "Air Bag" inthe Index. This light will come on when you start your engine, and it will flashfor a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready. Charging System Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you itis working. Then it should goout when the engine starts. If the light stays on or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with electrical charging the system. It could indicate that you haveloose generator a drive belt or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with this light be on, certain to turn off all your accessories, such the radio as and air conditioner. AIR BAG If the air bag readiness light stays on after start the you engine or comes on when you driving, your air bag are system maynot work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. The air bag readiness light should for a few flash seconds when you turn ignition key toON. If the the light doesn't comeon then, have it fixed it will be so ready to warn you if there is a problem. 2-59