System Operation Check
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Turn ignition switch to ON position (with engine off). Air bag indicator light should come on for about 5 seconds and then go out. If SRS warning light does not illuminate, or illuminates and does not go out, service SRS. If SRS warning light comes on for about 5 seconds, then remains on, a fault code is set in memory.