Hyundai Sonata: Air bag warning light - Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint system - Safety features of your vehicleHyundai Sonata: Air bag warning light

The purpose of air bag warning light in your instrument panel is to alert you

The purpose of air bag warning light in your instrument panel is to alert you of a potential problem with your air bag - Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).

When the ignition switch is turned ON, the indicator light should illuminate for approximately 6 seconds, then go off. Have the system checked if:

  • The light does not turn on briefly when you turn the ignition ON.
  • The light stays on after illuminating for approximately 6 seconds.
  • The light comes on while the vehicle is in motion.
  • The light blinks when the ignition switch is in ON position.
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