WARNING:
If the side air curtain has deployed,
the air curtain
will not function again. The side air curtain system
(including the A, B and C pillar trim and headliner) must be
inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer.
If the air curtain
is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a
collision.
Determining if the system is operational
The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to
indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the
Airbag readiness
section in the
Instrument Cluster
chapter. Routine maintenance of the
airbag is not required.
Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the
following:
•
The readiness light (same light as used for front airbag system) will
either flash or stay lit.
•
The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is
turned to the on position.
•
A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem and light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced
at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not
function properly in the event of a collision.
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles
(including pretensioners)
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BE
disposed of by qualified personnel.
2009 MKZ
(378)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA
(fus)
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