System Operation Check

2008 Mazda 6 i Grand Touring, 4D Hatchback, AutomaticSECTION System Operation Check
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  1. Turn ignition ON and verify that AIR BAG indicator light comes on for about 7 seconds, then goes off. With seat belt fastened and ignition ON, the SEAT BELT indicator light should also come on for about 7 seconds, then go off. SEAT BELT indicator light will stay on for longer than 7 seconds if seat belt is not fastened.
  2. If the AIR BAG indicator light does not come on, or after about 7 seconds does not go out or begins to flash, a SRS malfunction has been detected.
  3. On G20 and Q45 models, if the SEAT BELT indicator light does not come on, or stays on longer than 7 seconds with seat belt fastened, a seat belt pretensioner malfunction has been detected.
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