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Determining if the system is operational, Sos post-crash alert system, Seating and safety restraints – FORD 2012 Focus v.3 User Manual

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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 Warning lights and
indicators
in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of
the side airbag is not required.

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
• The readiness light (same light as for front airbag system) will either

flash or stay lit.

• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is

turned on.

• An information message will appear in the message center.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced
at your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may
not function properly in the event of a collision.

SOS Post-Crash Alert System™

The system flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn
(intermittently) in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag
(front, side, side curtain or Safety Canopy

௡) or the safety belt pretensioners.

The horn and lamps will turn off when:
• the hazard control button is pressed, or
• the vehicle runs out of power.

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.

Seating and Safety Restraints

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2012 Focus (foc)
Owners Guide, 3rd Printing
USA
(fus)