Mazda 2012 CX-9, Owner'S Manual

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Monitoring and Maintenance
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Constant Monitoring
The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system:
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Crash sensors, and diagnostic module (SAS unit)
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Front air bag sensor
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Air bag modules
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Side crash sensors
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Air bag/Front seat belt pretensioner system warning light
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Front seat belt pretensioners
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Related wiring
(With Driver and Front Passenger Occupant Classification System)
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Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light
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Driver seat slide position sensor
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Front passenger seat weight sensors
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Front passenger seat weight sensor control module
The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system's readiness. This begins when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position and continues while the vehicle is being
driven.
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Maintenance
The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. But if any of the following occurs,
take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible:
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The air bag system warning light flashes.
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The air bag system warning light remains illuminated.
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The air bag system warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position.
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The air bag system warning beep sound is heard.
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The air bags have deployed.
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(With Driver and Front Passenger Occupant Classification System)
Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position or does not illuminate as indicated in the chart. For
more details about this indicator light and this chart, refer to
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Front passenger seat
weight sensors
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(page 2-64).
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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