Skoda Octavia Owner's Manual page 195

WARNING
The driver is responsible for whether the airbag is switched on or switched
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off.
Only switch off the airbag when the ignition is switched off! Otherwise a
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fault can occur in the system for deactivating the airbag.
If the warning light is flashing, the front passenger airbag will not be
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deployed in an accident. Have the airbag system checked by a specialist ga-
rage immediately.
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Safety
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