Safety Restraints For Children; Disposal Of Supplemental Air Bag Equipped Vehicles - Ford 1996 Explorer Manual

A problem with the system is indicated by one or more of the
following:
the readiness light will either flash or stay lit,
or it will not light immediately after ignition is turned on,
or a group of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will
repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, have the air bag system serviced
at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the air bag supplemental restraint system may not
function properly in the event of a collision.
Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag
Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your
Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.

Disposal of supplemental air bag equipped vehicles

For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your
local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Air bags MUST be
disposed of by qualified personnel.

Safety Restraints for Children

In the U.S. and Canada, you are required by law to use safety
restraints for children. If small children ride in your vehicle —
this generally includes children who are four years old or
younger and who weigh 40 pounds (18 kg) or less — you must
put them in safety seats that are made specially for children.
Safety belts alone do not provide maximum protection for these
children. Check your local and state laws for specific
requirements.
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