The purpose of the air bag warning light in your instrument panel is to alert you of a potential problem with your air bag - Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
When the ignition switch is turned ON, the warning light should illuminate for approximately 6 seconds, then go off.
Have the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer if:
Specifications
Specifications
ItemsSpecificationsRated voltage5VLoadMax. 1mADetection illuminationsTail lampON : 1.57 ± 0.10 (V)OFF : 2.56 ± 0.20 (V)Head lampON : 1.57 ± 0.10 (V)OFF : 2.56 ± 0.20 (V)
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In the event of brake failure
If service brakes fail to operate while the vehicle is in motion, you can make
an emergency stop with the parking brake. The stopping distance, however, will be
much greater than normal.
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