Instrument Cluster Chime Function
The Instrument Cluster generates audible tones through its chime function in order to notify the driver of specific vehicle conditions. The following are conditions that will trigger the chime function to operate:
- Turn signal indicator
Activating the turn signal switch is indicated audibly by the turn signal indicator ticking. The driver's attention is brought to a problem in the turn signal system by the turn signal indicator ticking at a higher frequency. The turn signal indicator ticking is generated electromagnetically. The frequency corresponds to that of the turn signal indicator lamp.
- Parking Brake-on reminder
The chime is activated whenever the cluster detects the parking brake is applied at a speed of 5 km/h (3 MPH) or more.
- Headlamps-on reminder
The chime is activated whenever the cluster detects that the headlamp switch is in the ON position with the ignition key removed from the ignition, and the driver's door is open.
- Key-in-ignition reminder
The chime is activated whenever the cluster detects that the key is in the ignition and the driver's door is open.