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IC Prove-Out

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

IC PROVE-OUT CHART

Indicator Indicator Type Prove-Out Duration
Air bag Warning 6 seconds
ABS Warning 3 seconds
Anti-theft indicator Informational 3 seconds
Brake Warning 3 seconds
Charge Informational Engine start up
4WD  high Informational 3 seconds (if equipped)
4WD  low Informational 3 seconds (if equipped)
High beam Informational No prove-out
Low engine oil pressure Warning Engine startup
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Warning Engine startup
RH/LH turn signals Informational No prove-out
Safety belt Warning 65 seconds if the safety belt is unbuckled, turns off when the safety belt is buckled
Cruise control Informational No prove-out
TPMS  Warning 3 seconds
Tow haul Informational No prove-out
Wait to start Informational No prove-out