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Symptom Charts

Symptom Chart - Instrument Cluster (IC)

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • No communication with the instrument cluster (IC)
  • Fuse(s)
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • No communication with the smart junction box (SJB)
  • Fuse(s)
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • SJB
  • Incorrect fuel gauge indication - front wheel drive (FWD)
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Fuel pump module assembly
  • Fuel level sensor
  • Fuel tank
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Incorrect fuel gauge indication - all wheel drive (AWD)
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Fuel pump module assembly
  • Fuel level sensor
  • Fuel level sender
  • Fuel tank
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The temperature gauge is inoperative
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Incorrect temperature gauge indication
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The tachometer is inoperative
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Inaccurate tachometer indication
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The speedometer is inoperative
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Inaccurate speedometer indication
  • Tire size configuration
  • Axle configuration
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The odometer is inoperative
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The safety belt warning indicator is never/always on
  • Restraints control module (RCM)
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The check fuel cap warning indicator is never/always on
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The brake warning indicator is never on
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Parking brake warning indicator switch
  • Brake fluid level switch
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The brake warning indicator is always on
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Parking brake warning indicator switch
  • Brake fluid level switch
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The ABS warning indicator is never/always on
  • ABS module
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The charging system warning indicator is never/always on
  • Charging system
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The high beam indicator is never/always on
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The LH/RH turn signal indicator is never/always on
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The low oil pressure warning indicator is never/always on
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Engine oil pressure switch
  • Base engine concern
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is never/always on
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The air bag warning indicator is never/always on
  • RCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The speed control indicator is never/always on
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The powertrain malfunction (wrench) warning indicator is never/always on
  • Electronic throttle control (ETC) concern
  • Transmission concern
  • AWD concern (if equipped)
  • 4X4 control module (if equipped)
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The overdrive (O/D) off indicator is never/always on
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The traction control indicator is never/always on
  • Traction control system
  • ABS module
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The low washer fluid indicator is never/always on (if equipped)
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Washer fluid level switch
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The door ajar warning indicator is never/always on
  • Interior lamps concern
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The low fuel indicator is never/always on (base cluster only)
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AA  .
  • The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning indicator is never/always on
  • TPMS concern
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AB  .
  • The passive anti-theft system (PATS) indicator is always on or is flashing rapidly
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • PATS key
  • PATS transceiver
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The passive anti-theft system (PATS) indicator is never on (does not prove-out)
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The instrument cluster (IC) is inoperative
  • Fuse(s)
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AC  .
Symptom Chart - Information And Message Center

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The message center is not operating correctly
  • Message center switch concern
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AL  .
  • The message center display is blank
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Not all segments of the display illuminate
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The message center switch does not operate correctly
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Message center switch
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AM  .
  • The compass is inoperative
  • Fuse
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Auto-dimming interior mirror
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AN  .
  • The COMPASS NO RESPONSE, COMPASS DATA ERROR or CHECK COMPASS MODE message is always on
  • Fuse
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Auto-dimming interior rear view mirror
  • Compass module
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AN  .
  • The compass is inaccurate
  • Zone setting
  • Calibration
  • Vehicle magnetization
  • Auto-dimming interior mirror
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AO  .
  • The WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW message is inoperative/always on
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Washer fluid level switch
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AP  .
  • The CHECK PARK ASSIST/PARK ASSIST OFF warning is inoperative
  • Parking aid system concern
  • Communication network
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AQ  .
  • The POWER LIFTGATE OFF message is inoperative
  • Power liftgate system concern
  • Communication network
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AR  .
  • The distance to empty (DTE)/average/instantaneous fuel economy display is inoperative
  • PCM
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • CHECK the operation of the speedometer, the fuel gauge and the odometer.
    • If the speedometer, the fuel gauge and the odometer operate correctly, INSTALL a new instrument cluster (IC). REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) . TEST the system for normal operation.
  • The DRIVER DOOR, PASSENGER DOOR, REAR LEFT DOOR, REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR, LIFTGATE AJAR or PLEASE CLOSE DOOR warning is inoperative
  • Smart junction box (SJB)
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • OBSERVE the door ajar warning indicator.
    • If the door ajar warning indicator does not operate correctly, go to Pinpoint Test Z .
    • If the door ajar warning indicator operates correctly, INSTALL a new instrument cluster (IC). REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) . TEST the system for normal operation.
  • The PARK BRAKE ENGAGED message is inoperative
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • OBSERVE the BRAKE warning indicator.
    • If the BRAKE warning indicator does not operate correctly, go to Pinpoint Test L .
    • If the BRAKE warning indicator operates correctly, INSTALL a new instrument cluster (IC). REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) . TEST the system for normal operation.
  • The PRESS RESET TO CLEAR message is inoperative
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
    NOTE: The PRESS RESET TO CLEAR is displayed following other warning displays that can be reset such as the low washer fluid level or low fuel level. The PRESS RESET TO CLEAR does not display when warnings that cannot be reset are active such as any of the door ajar warnings.
  • VERIFY the message center switch operates correctly when each switch button is pressed.
    • If the message center switch does not operate correctly, go to Pinpoint Test AM  .
    • If the message center switch operates correctly, INSTALL a new instrument cluster (IC). REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) . TEST the system for normal operation.
  • The LOW FUEL LEVEL warning is inoperative
  • Fuel gauge indication above the level required to turn on the warning message
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • VERIFY that the odometer and fuel gauge are operating correctly and the DTE display is 80 km (50 miles) to empty or less.
    • If the DTE display is above 80 km (50 miles) to empty, the system is operating correctly. The low fuel warning is turned on when the DTE display is 80 km (50 miles) to empty or less.
  • The CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM warning is inoperative
  • ABS
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • OBSERVE the BRAKE warning indicator.
    • If the BRAKE warning indicator does not operate correctly, go to Pinpoint Test L .
    • If the BRAKE warning indicator operates correctly, INSTALL a new instrument cluster (IC). REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) . TEST the system for normal operation.
  • The LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL warning is inoperative
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • OBSERVE the BRAKE warning indicator.
    • If the BRAKE warning indicator does not operate correctly, go to Pinpoint Test L .
    • If the BRAKE warning indicator operates correctly, INSTALL a new instrument cluster (IC). REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) . TEST the system for normal operation.
  • The LOW TIRE PRESSURE, TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT or TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT warning is inoperative
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
    NOTE: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning indicator should also be illuminated when any of these messages appear.
  • VERIFY that the TPMS warning indicator operates correctly.
    • If the TPMS warning indicator does not operate correctly, go to Pinpoint Test AB  .
    • If the TPMS warning indicator operates correctly and is illuminated, INSTALL a new instrument cluster (IC). REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) . TEST the system for normal operation.
Symptom Chart - Warning Chimes

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • No communication with the instrument cluster (IC)
  • Fuse(s)
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • No communication with the smart junction box (SJB)
  • Fuse(s)
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • SJB
  • All the chimes are inoperative
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • The chime sounds when the driver door is ajar (no key in ignition and headlamps off)
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Key-in-ignition warning switch (part of the ignition switch)
  • SJB
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AS  .
  • The key-in-ignition warning chime is inoperative
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Key-in-ignition warning switch (part of the ignition switch)
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AT  .
  • The headlamps on warning chime is inoperative
  • Door ajar indication concern
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AU  .
  • The turn signal on warning chime is inoperative
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AV  .
  • The safety belt warning chime does not operate correctly
  • Safety belt warning indication concern
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AW  .
  • The Belt-Minder® feature does not operate correctly
  • Belt-Minder® deactivated
  • Safety belt warning indication concern
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AW  .
  • The door ajar warning chime is inoperative
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • SJB
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • OBSERVE the door ajar warning indicator.
    • If the door ajar warning indicator does not operate correctly, go to Pinpoint Test Z . TEST the system for normal operation.
    • If the door ajar warning indicator operates correctly, INSTALL a new instrument cluster (IC). REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) . TEST the system for normal operation.
  • The parking brake warning chime is inoperative
  • Brake warning indication concern
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • Go to Pinpoint Test AX  .
  • The air bag secondary warning chime is inoperative/has activated
  • Instrument cluster (IC)
  • RETRIEVE the recorded instrument cluster (IC) DTCs from the continuous and on-demand self-tests.
    • If the instrument cluster (IC) DTC B1868 is not present, the system is operating correctly. The air bag secondary warning chime sounds only when a fault in the air bag warning indicator is present and DTC B1868 is recorded.
    • If the instrument cluster (IC) DTC B1868 is present, INSTALL a new instrument cluster (IC). REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) . TEST the system for normal operation.
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