Inspecting Underbody Protection For Damage - Skoda Rapid NH 2013 Maintenance, Workshop Manual

After the ignition is switched on the airbag warning light "PAS‐
SENGER AIRBAG OFF" -arrow- must light up in the centre of the
dash panel for a few seconds. Then the warning light goes out for
approx. one second and afterwards lights up again.
At the same time, the warning light in the dash panel insert comes
on for about 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on.
– Switch off ignition.
– Turn the key switch for the front passenger airbag with the
ignition key into the position "ON".
After the ignition is switched on the warning light "PASSENGER
AIRBAG ON" -arrow- must not light up in the centre of the dash
panel.
At the same time, the warning light in the dash panel insert comes
on for about 4 s after the ignition is switched on and then must go
out.
WARNING
The key switch for the front passenger airbag must only be
operated when the ignition is switched off. Non compliance
may result in a fault at the airbag system (risk from the following
airbag deployment).
If the warning light "PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF" flashes in the
centre console, there is a fault in the system of the airbag
switch-off function ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester.
If the warning light in the dash panel insert does not go out or
flashes while driving, a system fault is present ⇒ Vehicle diag‐
nostic tester.
7.3 Inspecting underbody protection for
damage
Scope of testing applies to:
Inspection
The inspection of the underbody sealant and paintwork should
cover the following points:
– undamaged layer of PVC Plastisol
– undamaged paintwork
WARNING
All mechanical damage of unproductive character found on the
corrosion protection of the chassis as well as on the vehicle
paintwork must be repaired immediately in agreement with the
owner at his own expense!
This will prevent future damage caused by deep corrosion.
Always make a special note in the Service Schedule.
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