Charging System Light - Chevrolet 2003 Express Van Owner's Manual

Charging System Light
If
the
air bag readiness light ever comes on
when you have turned off the air bag,
it
means
that something may be wrong with the air bag
system. The right front passenger's air bag
could inflate even though the switch is off. If
this ever happens, don't let anyone whom the
national government has identified as a
member of a passenger air bag risk group
sit in the right front passenger's position
(for example, don't secure a rear-facing child
restraint in your vehicle) until you have your
vehicle serviced.
This light should come on
briefly when you turn on
the ignition, before starting
the engine, as a check
to show you it is working.
After the engine starts, the light should go out. If it stays
on or comes on while you are driving, you may have
a problem with your charging system. It could indicate a
problem with the generator drive belt, or some other
charging system problem. Have it checked right away.
Driving while this light is on could drain your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with this light
on, it helps to turn off all your accessories, such as the
radio and air conditioner.
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