Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation: Notes
Indicators
| Symbol | Description |
|---|---|
| Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems | |
| Refer to SIR System Description and Operation in SIR | |
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BATTERY |
Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical |
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BRAKE |
Refer to Brake Warning System Description and Operation in Hydraulic Brake System |
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CHECK GAS CAP |
Refer to Fuel System Description in Engine Controls - 3.6L or Fuel System Description in Engine Controls - 3.8L |
| Refer to Cruise Control Description and Operation (3.6L) or Cruise Control Description and Operation (3.8L) in Cruise Control | |
| The IPC illuminates the door ajar indicator as prompted by the BCM. When a door is open, the door ajar switch contact is closed | |
| Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling | |
| Refer to Seat Belt System Description and Operation in Restraints | |
| Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems | |
| The IPC displays this indicator when the ECM/PCM detects that the fuel level is below a pre-determined value | |
| Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems | |
| Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems | |
| Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling | |
| The IPC displays this indicator when the ECM/PCM detect that the engine oil level is low from the engine oil level sensor/switch | |
| The IPC displays this indicator when the ECM/PCM detects that the engine oil pressure is low from the engine oil pressure sensor/switch | |
| Malfunction Indicator Lamp: Refer to Engine Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 3.6L or Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 3.8L | |
| MPH | The instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays the MPH indicator when the English mode is selected |
| Refer to Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) System Description in Engine Controls - 3.6L or Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) System Description in Engine Controls - 3.8L | |
| Refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent | |
| The IPC displays this indicator when the ECM/PCM detects certain vehicle malfunctions that are not related to the vehicle emissions system | |
| Traction Control/Stability Control: Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems | |
| Turn Signals: Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems | |
| Washer Fluid Level Low: Refer to Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation in Wipers/Washer Systems |
DIC Warning Messages
| Symbol | Description |
|---|---|
| A/C Off For Engine Protection | Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling |
| Brake Fluid Low | Refer to Brake Warning System Description and Operation in Hydraulic Brakes |
| Battery Saver Active | Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical |
| Charging System/Generator Fault | Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical |
| Check Gas Cap | Refer to Fuel System Description in Engine Controls - 3.6L or Fuel System Description in Engine Controls - 3.8L |
| Delayed Locking | Refer to Power Door Locks Description and Operation in Doors |
| Door Ajar - Driver | The IPC displays the door ajar message in the DIC, as promoted by the BCM. When a door is open, the door ajar switch contact is closed |
| Door Ajar-Left Rear | The IPC displays the door ajar message in the DIC, as promoted by the BCM. When a door is open, the door ajar switch contact is closed |
| Door Ajar - Passenger | The IPC displays the door ajar message in the DIC, as promoted by the BCM. When a door is open, the door ajar switch contact is closed |
| Door Ajar - Right Rear | The IPC displays the door ajar message in the DIC, as promoted by the BCM. When a door is open, the door ajar switch contact is closed |
| Engine Coolant Hot | Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling |
| Engine Oil Change Soon (Change Oil Soon) | The instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays the CHANGE OIL SOON message in the DIC when the engine oil life is less than 5 percent |
| Headlamps Suggested | Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems |
| Hood Ajar | Refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent |
| Hot Trans Fluid | Refer to Electronic Component Description in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E |
| Key Fob Battery Low | Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry |
| Key In Ignition Reminder | Refer to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation in Steering Wheel and Column |
| Left Front Turn Lamp Out | Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems |
| Left Rear Turn Lamp Out | Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems |
| Low Coolant | Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling |
| Low Fuel | The instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays the LOW FUEL message in the DIC when a low fuel condition exists |
| Low Oil Level | The instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays the low oil level indicator when the engine oil level is below minimum requirements |
| Low Oil Pressure | The instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays the low oil pressure indicator when the engine oil pressure is below minimum requirements |
| Low Washer Fluid | Refer to Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation in Wipers/Washer Systems |
| Park Break On | Refer to Park Brake System Description and Operation in Park Brake |
| Park Lamps On | Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems |
| Reading Lamp On | Refer to Interior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems |
| Reduced Engine Power | Refer to Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) System Description in Engine Controls - 3.6L or Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) System Description in Engine Controls - 3.8L |
| Reduced Power Stop When Safe | Refer to Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) System Description in Engine Controls - 3.6L or Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) System Description in Engine Controls - 3.8L |
| Remote Start Disabled | Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry |
| Remote Start Failed (Service Remote Start) | Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry |
| Right Front Turn Lamp Out | Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems |
| Right Rear Turn Lamp Out | Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems |
| Service ABS System | Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems |
| Service Brake System | Refer to Brake Warning System Description and Operation in Hydraulic Brakes |
| Service Park Lamps | Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems |
| Service Vehicle Soon | The instrument panel cluster displays the service vehicle soon indicator when certain vehicle malfunctions that are not related to the emissions system are present |
| Service Theft System | Refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent |
| Service Stability System | Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems |
| Service Steering Module | Refer to Variable Effort Steering System Description and Operation in Variable Steering Effort |
| Service Traction System | Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems |
| Stability Control System Active | Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems |
| Stability Control Off | Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems |
| Starting Disabled (Due To Theft System) | Refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent |
| Starting Disabled (Due To Electronic Throttle Control) | Refer to Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) System Description in Engine Electrical |
| Traction System Active | Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems |
| Traction System Off | Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems |
| Theft System Not Programmed | Refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent |
| Trunk Open | The IPC displays the trunk ajar message in the DIC as prompted by the BCM |
| Turn Signal On | Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems |
| Washer Fluid Low | Washer Fluid Level Low: Refer to Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation in Wipers/Washer Systems |