Instrument Cluster (IC) Prove-Out
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Milan, 2009 Lincoln MKZ, and 2009 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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 functioning correctly within the instrument cluster (IC). The instrument cluster (IC) and other modules such as the restraints control module (RCM) provide a timed prove-out while other indicators illuminate until engine start up. 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:
| Indicator | Indicator Type | Prove-Out Duration |
|---|---|---|
| ABS | Warning | 3 seconds |
| Air bag | Warning | 6 seconds on/2 seconds off |
| Anti-theft | Indicator | Approx. 3 seconds |
| Brake | Warning | 3 seconds |
| Charging system | Warning | Engine startup |
| Check fuel cap | Informational | 3 seconds |
| Door ajar | Warning | None |
| High beam | Informational | None |
| Low fuel | Informational | 3 seconds |
| Low oil pressure | Warning | Engine startup |
| Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) | Warning | Engine startup |
| Safety belt | Warning | 70 seconds or until the safety belt is fastened |
| Speed control | Informational | None |
| Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) | Warning | 3 seconds |
| Traction assist | Warning | 3 seconds |
| Powertrain malfunction (wrench) | Informational | 3 seconds |
| RH/LH turn | Informational | None |