Land Rover Defender: Air bag warning lamp

Make sure to read and fully understand the relevant warnings before using any of the features in this section.

The warning lamp indicates a potential fault with the vehicle restraint system.

Never use a child restraint on the front passenger seat if the warning lamp indicates a potential fault with the vehicle restraint system.

The instrument panel displays an illuminated air bag warning lamp as a bulb check when the ignition is switched on.

If any of the following air bag warning lamp conditions occur, the vehicle should be checked by a retailer/authorized repairer immediately.

• Fails to illuminate when the ignition is switched on.
• Fails to extinguish within 6 seconds of the ignition being switched on.
• Illuminates at any time, other than during the bulb check, when the ignition is on.

When the ignition is switched on, a diagnostic control unit monitors the readiness of the system's electrical circuits.

Elements of the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) being monitored include:

• SRS warning lamp.
• Rotary coupler.
• Air bag modules.
• Seat belt pre-tensioners.
• Air bag diagnostic control unit.
• Crash and rollover sensors.
• Air bag wiring harness.
• Seat occupancy sensor.
• Air bag status indicator.
• Front seat belt buckle switches.
• Front seat track position sensor.

Note: Not all of the SRS Elements listed are fitted to all specifications of vehicle.

AIR BAG SERVICE INFORMATION

Make sure to read and fully understand the relevant warnings before using any of the features in this section.

Never attempt to service, repair, replace, modify, or tamper with any part of the SRS, or with any wiring or components in the vicinity of the SRS.

Doing so may cause the system to trigger or render the system inoperative.

Never use any electrical test equipment or devices in the vicinity of any Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) components or wiring. Doing so may cause the system to trigger or render the system inoperative.

The following operations should only be carried out by a retailer/authorized repairer or a qualified person:

Fitment of electrical, or electronic, equipment and accessories.

Modification to the front or sides of the vehicle's exterior.

Attachment of accessories to the front or sides of the vehicle.

Note: Always consult a retailer/authorized repairer if:

• An air bag inflates.
• The front or sides of the vehicle are damaged.
• Any part of the air bag SRS shows signs of cracking or damage, including trim covering air bags.
• The amber air bag warning lamp illuminates.

DISABILITY MODIFICATIONS

Make sure to read and fully understand the relevant warnings before using any of the features in this section.

Occupants with disabilities which may require the vehicle to be modified must contact a retailer/authorized repairer before any modifications are made.

USA only: If you are considering modifying the vehicle in any way to accommodate a disability, e.g., by altering or adapting the driver's or passenger's seat(s) or air bag system, please contact:

Jaguar Land Rover North America LLC
100 Jaguar Land Rover Way
Mahwah, NJ 07495
24/7 Roadside assistance: 1-800-637- 6837
General inquiries: 1-800-FIND 4WD

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