Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), passenger sensing system, the pretensioners (if equipped), the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System.
The airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehicle is started. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed immediately.
Warning
If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away.
Safety Belt Reminders
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light
There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind
the dr ...
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System for important safety information. The instrument panel has a passenger airbag
status indicator.
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Airbag System
The vehicle has the following airbags except where noted below:
A frontal airbag for the driver.
A frontal airbag for the front outboard passenger.
A knee airbag for the driver.
A knee airbag for the front outboard passenger.
A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver.
A seat-mou ...
Front Seat Belt Anchor Plate Tensioner Replacement
Front Seat Belt Anchor Plate Tensioner Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning.
Warning: In order to prevent accidental deployment and the
risk of personal injury, do not dispose of a ...
Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement
Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement.
Remove the steering column upper trim cover. Refer to Steering Column
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