Mazda 8T12-EA-03K User Manual page 67

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Non-activation of side and curtain air bags
The side and curtain air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases:
Collision from the rear.
qConstant Monitoring
The following components of the air bag
systems are monitored by a diagnostic
system:
SAS unit
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Front air bag sensor
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Air bag modules
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Side and curtain air bag crash sensor
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Front seat belt pretensioners
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Related wiring
l
Driver's seat slide position sensor
l
Front seat belt buckle switches
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A diagnostic module continuously
monitors the systems' readiness. This
begins when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position and continues while
the vehicle is being driven.
Form No.8T12-EA-03K
Black plate (67,1)
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Collision from the front, but it may deploy
the front air bags.
qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner Systems Warning
Light
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If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner
system is normal, the warning light
illuminates when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position or after the
engine is cranked. After about 6 seconds
it goes out.
A system malfunction is indicated when
the warning light constantly flashes,
illuminates or doesn't illuminate at all
when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position. If any of these occur, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible. The system may not work in an
accident.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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Some models.