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Instrument Cluster (IC) Prove-Out

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The instrument cluster (IC) and other vehicle modules carry out a display prove-out to verify that all module controlled warning/indicator lamps and monitored systems are operating correctly. When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position with the engine off, the indicators illuminate to prove-out according the following table:

Indicator Indicator Type Prove-Out Duration
Air bag Warning 6 seconds on
ABS Warning 3 seconds
Brake Warning 3 seconds
Charge Informational Engine startup
High beam Informational No prove-out
Low engine oil pressure Warning 3 seconds
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) Warning Engine startup
RH/LH turn Informational No prove-out
Safety belt Warning 65 seconds ± 1 second if the safety belt is unbuckled, turns off when the safety belt is buckled
Speed control Informational No prove-out
Traction control Informational 3 seconds