Gauges and Indicators

Airbags and seat belt pretensioners

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Indicatorlights up in
red.

After the ignition is switched on, the indicator lights up for a few seconds. If the indicator does not light up at all, does not go out after a few seconds, or suddenly lights up while driving, there is a malfunction in the seat belt pretensioner or airbag system. In a crash, these systems may not deploy.

Indicator light on
indicates a vehicle malfunction, or that the seat belt pretensioners or airbags have deployed.

Warning: Have the cause of the malfunction corrected at a dealer service center without delay.

Seat belt pretensioners, airbags.

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