Driving Your Mazda; Air Bag System Warning Light; Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps- Page 101

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Driving Your Mazda

Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps

Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F

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ABS Warning Light

The warning light stays on for a few 
seconds when the ignition switch is turned 
to the ON position.

If the ABS warning light stays on while 
you’re driving, the ABS control unit has 
detected a system malfunction. If this 
occurs, your brakes will function 
normally as if the vehicle had no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an Authorized 
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

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Air Bag System Warning Light

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

A system malfunction is indicated when 
the warning light constantly flashes, stays 
on or doesn’t come on at all. If any of 
these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda 
Dealer as soon as possible. The system 
may not work in an accident.

ABS Warning Light and Brake 
Warning Light on at the Same Time:
Driving when the brake system 
warning light and ABS warning light 
are on at the same time is dangerous.
When both lights are on, the rear 
wheels could lock more quickly in an 
emergency stop than under normal 
circumstances.
Don’t drive with both lights on, and 
contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer 
to have the brakes inspected as soon 
as possible.

WARNING

NOTE

When the engine is jump-started to 
charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs 
and the ABS warning light comes on. 
This is due to a weak battery, not a 
malfunction.
Recharge the battery.

Self-Servicing the Air Bag Systems:
Self-servicing or tampering with the 
systems is dangerous. An air bag 
could accidentally activate or become 
disabled. This could cause serious 
injuries. Never tamper with the 
systems and always have an 
Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all 
servicing and repairs.

WARNING

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