2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Owner's Manual - Page 78

BEFORE DRIVING Driver's Seat Belt Reminder Light "AIR BAG" Light Malfunction Indicator Light 60G049 63J030 65D530 If the driver's seat belt is unbuckled when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position, this light will come on and then blink. When the light comes on, a buzzer will also sound intermittently for about 6 seconds. The reminder will repeat several times under certain conditions until the driver's seat belt is buckled. After repeating several times, the reminder will be canceled even if the driver's seat belt remains unbuckled. For details about the seat belt reminder, refer to "Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems" in this section. This light monitors inflators, crash sensors, seat belt pretensioners, the front passenger sensing system, and corresponding electrical circuits. This light blinks for several seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position so you can check if the light is working. The light will come on and stay on if there is a problem in the air bag system or the seat belt pretensioner system. Your vehicle has a computer-controlled emission control system. A malfunction indicator light is provided on the instrument panel to indicate when it is necessary to have the emission control system serviced. The malfunction indicator light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position to let you know the light is working and goes out when the engine is started. If the malfunction indicator light comes on or blinks when the engine is running, service to the emission control system is necessary. Bring the vehicle to your SUZUKI dealer to have the emission control system serviced right away and avoid hard acceleration until the service is performed. WARNING If the "AIR BAG" light does not blink when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position or stays on or comes on when driving, the air bag system or the seat belt pretensioner system (if equipped) may not work properly. Have both systems inspected by an authorized SUZUKI dealer. WARNING It is absolutely essential that the driver and passengers wear their seat belts at all times. Persons who are not wearing seat belts have a much greater risk of injury if an accident occurs. Make a regular habit of buckling your seat belt before putting the key in the ignition. CAUTION Continuing to drive the vehicle when the malfunction indicator light is on or blinking can cause permanent damage to the vehicle's emission control system, and can affect fuel economy and driveability. 2-61 79K21-03E