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Constant Monitoring

These components are monitored by the
air bag system warning light or beeper:

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SRS units

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Air bag modules

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Related wiring

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Warning lights

A diagnostic monitor continuously mon-
itors the system’s readiness. This begins
when the ignition is turned on and con-
tinues while the vehicle is being driven.

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Warning light

If the air bag system is OK, the warning
light comes on when the ignition is
turned on or after the engine is cranked.
After about 6 seconds it goes out.

WARNING

System Problems:
A problem with the system is indi-
cated by one or more of the follow-
ing: the readiness light will either
flash or stay lit, or it will not light, or
a group of five beeps will be heard.

If any of these things happen, the
system may not work in an accident
and you will lose the enhanced bene-
fits of your air bag. Have the air bag
system serviced at your Authorized
Mazda dealer immediately.

Because hidden damage may dis-
able an air bag system, always have
your air bag system checked after
an accident.