If you think that the status of the “passenger airbag off” indicator lamp is
incorrect, check for the following:
•
Objects lodged underneath the seat
•
Objects between the seat cushion and the center console (if equipped)
•
Objects placed on the front-passenger seat’s occupant’s lap
•
Objects that may have trapped the safety belt against the seat or
passenger side b-pillar, preventing free movement of the safety belt
•
Other passengers or cargo pushing or pulling on the seat’s bottom
cushion
•
Rear seat passenger’s feet resting on or pushing on the seat’s bottom
cushion
The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated
occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the front passenger sensing
system. The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or
lighter due to the conditions described in the list above.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of possible serious injury:
Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) or
hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat.
Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between
the seat and the center console (if equipped).
Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp for
proper airbag Status.
Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front
passenger seat sensing system.
In case there is a problem with the
front passenger sensing system, the
airbag readiness lamp in the
instrument cluster will stay lit.
If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following:
The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects that
may be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering
with the seat.
If objects are lodged and/or cargo is interfering with the seat; please take
the following steps to remove the obstruction:
•
Pull the vehicle over.
•
Turn the vehicle off.
Seating and Safety Restraints
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2012 Escape Hybrid
(ehv)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA
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