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Essential Safety Equipment

SRS Air Bags

Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F

Non-activation of side air bag

A side air bag will not normally inflate in the following cases:

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Constant Monitoring

The following components of the air bag 
systems are monitored by a diagnostic 
system:

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SAS unit

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Air bag modules

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Side air bag crash sensor

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Related wiring

A diagnostic module continuously 
monitors the systems’ readiness. This 
begins when the ignition switch is turned 
to the ON position and continues while 
the vehicle is being driven.

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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.

Collision from the rear.

Collision from the front, but it may deploy
the front air bags.

J76Y.book  Page 31  Wednesday, March 27, 2002  5:04 PM