Indicator lamp

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Indicator lamp
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When the ignition key is turned in the ignition lock, the function of the airbag system is checked and the warning lamp in the center console lights up for several seconds.

  1. The warning lamp is permanently ON when the passenger airbags are deactivated 
  2. The warning lamp goes out after a few seconds when the passenger airbags are activated 
    Fig 1: Identifying Warning Lamp
    G04728070Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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