1998 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 44

v Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS How Your SRS Indicator Light Works purpose of the SRS S R S The indicator light is to alert you to a potential problem with your Supplemental Restraint System. When you turn the ignition ON (II), this indicator will light up briefly then go out. This tells you that the system is working properly. However, if the light comes on at any other time, you should have your system checked by your dealer. For example: If the SRS indicator light does not come on after you turn the ignition ON (II). If the light stays on after the engine starts. • If the light comes on or flashes on and off while you drive. If you see any of these indications, your airbags may not deploy when you need them. See your Honda dealer as soon as possible. SRS Service Your Supplemental Restraint System is virtually maintenance-free, and there are no parts you can safely service. However, you must have your vehicle serviced if: Your airbags ever innate. The Ignoring the SRS indicator light can result in serious injury or death if the airbags do not inflate when needed. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS light alerts you to a potential problem. airbags and the control unit must be replaced. Do not try to remove or replace the airbags yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. The SRS indicator light alerts you to a problem. Take your vehicle to an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, the airbags might not inflate when you need them. Driver and Passenger Safety w