1995 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 114

Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness on the instrument light panel, which shows AIR BAG. system checks the The air bag's electrical system malfunctions. The light for tells you if there an electrical problem. The system is check includes the bag sensors and module, the air wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see Bag" in theIndex. "Air You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready. Charging System Light The charging system light will comeon briefly when you turn onthe ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. Then it should go out. AIR BAG If it stays on when your engine is running, or comes on while you aredriving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. It could indicate thatyou have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on coulddrain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be If the air bag readiness light doesn't come on when you certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio start your vehicle, or stays or comes on when you on, and air conditioner. are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. 2-59