Passenger Airbag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator
The RCM controls the PAD indicator through a direct, hardwired connection, based on information provided by the OCS. The PAD indicator illuminates to indicate whether the passenger airbag is disabled or enabled.
The RCM briefly activates the PAD indicator to prove out the indicator function and verify proper functional operation of the PAD 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 | Passenger Seatbelt Buckle Status | Passenger Airbag Status | PAD Indicator Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty | Buckled or Unbuckled | Disabled | OFF: Lit |
| ON: Unlit | |||
| Child | Buckled or Unbuckled | Disabled | OFF: Lit |
| ON: Unlit | |||
| Adult | Buckled or Unbuckled | Enabled | OFF: Unlit |
| ON: Lit |