Passenger Airbag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator
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The RCM controls the PAD indicator state through a direct, hardwired connection, based on information provided by the OCS . The PAD indicator illuminates to indicate the passenger airbag is disabled. An exception to this is when the front passenger seat is determined to be empty and indication of a deactivated passenger airbag is not necessary. In all other cases, the PAD indicator is off when the passenger airbag is enabled.
The RCM briefly activates the PAD indicator to prove out the indicator function and verify proper functional operation of the indicator to the front occupants.
The following table indicates the passenger airbag and PAD indicator status based on the size of the front passenger occupant.
| Occupant Size | Passenger Safety Belt Buckle Status | Passenger Airbag Status | PAD Indicator Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty | Unbuckled | Disabled | Unlit |
| Empty | Buckled | Disabled | Lit |
| Small | Buckled or Unbuckled | Disabled | Lit |
| Large | Buckled or Unbuckled | Enabled | Unlit |