Can You Drive with the Airbag Light On?

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You can drive with the airbag light on, but it should be repaired as soon as possible. If the airbag warning light is on, the vehicle will not pass the annual inspection and must be fixed first. The airbag system consists of sensors, a microprocessor, an electronic control unit, an airbag cover and support ring, the airbag itself, and an airbag module, among other components. The illumination of the airbag warning light may be caused by a malfunction in one of these parts. If the airbag light continues to flash or stays on for more than 6 to 8 seconds after starting the vehicle, or if it flashes for 5 seconds and then stays on while driving, both scenarios indicate a potential fault in the vehicle's airbag system. The airbag light may also illuminate due to a false fault condition. For example, if the car battery is low on charge or if other electrical devices in the vehicle are damaged, it may affect the feedback voltage of the airbag, generating a fault code. In such cases, clearing the fault code should resolve the issue.