1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 146

Safety Belt Reminder Light Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the words AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors and module, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see"Air Bag" in the Index. You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START. Then the light should goout. This means the system is ready. When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for about eight seconds remind people to to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on until the driver's belt is buckled. AIR BAG If the air bag readiness light doesn'tcome on when you start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. 2-76