2006 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 84

Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page84 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:32 AM Black plate (84,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags A system malfunction is indicated when the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illuminates or doesn't illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident. l Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or does not illuminate as indicated in the chart. For more details about this indicator light and this chart, refer to "Front passenger seat weight sensors" (page 2-63). WARNING Self-Servicing the Air Bag/ Pretensioner Systems: Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/ pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled. This could cause serious injuries. Never tamper with the systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs. WARNING Damaged Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Components: Expended or damaged air bag or seat belt pretensioner units must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy or damage them. Only a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can fully evaluate these systems to see that they will work in the next accident. Driving with an expended or damaged air bag or pretensioner units will provide you reduced protection in the next accident and you could be injured or killed. Removing Interior Parts: Removing any components such as the front seats(if side air bags are equipped), front dashboard, the steering wheel or parts containing air bag parts or sensors is dangerous. These parts contain essential air bag components. The air bag could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these parts. qMaintenance The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. But if any of the following occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: l The air bag system warning light flashes. The air bag system warning light remains illuminated. The air bag system warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. The air bags have deployed. l l l 2-72 Form No.8U61-EA-05G