Dodge 2009 Ram Chassis Cab - Manual (Page 54)

• If it detects a malfunction in any part of the
system, it turns on the light either momen-
tarily or continuously. The instrument clus-
ter will flash the seat belt indicator if it
detects a fault with the airbag indicator.
WARNING!
Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru-
ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to
protect you in a collision. If the light does not come
on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes
on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right
away.
• When the ORC detects a collision requiring the air-
bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of
nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the airbags. The
airbag covers separate and fold out of the way as the
airbags inflate to their full size. The airbags fully
inflate in milliseconds. This is less time than it takes
you to blink your eyes. The airbags then quickly
deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front
passenger (if equipped with passenger side airbag).
The driver’s front airbag deflates through vents to-
ward the instrument panel. The passenger’s front
airbag (if equipped) is deflated through vent holes in
the sides of the airbag. In this way the airbags do not
interfere with your control of the vehicle.
• The knee impact bolsters help protect the knees and
position you for the best interaction with the front
airbag.
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE