2006 Pontiac Vibe Owner's Manual - Page 140

This light is located on the center of the instrument panel, above the audio system. Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensors, the airbag modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 1-49. This light will come on for about seven seconds when you start your vehicle. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready. When the key is turned to ON or START, this light will come on as a reminder for the right front passenger to fasten the safety belt. The safety belt light will flash until the right front passenger's safety belt is buckled. The passenger's safety belt reminder light will not illuminate if the right front passenger's belt is already buckled or if a sensor does not detect the weight of a passenger in that seat. If something is placed on the right front passenger's seat, the sensors in the seat may detect that object and cause the right front passenger's safety belt reminder light to come on. If this ever happens, move the object to the rear seat or place it in a rear storage area, if at all possible. If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your airbag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. 3-28