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Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working.
Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous.
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Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).
Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. This vehicle has a tamper‐resistant odometer. The digital odometer will read 999,999 if it is turned back. If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed, it must be set to the mileage total of the old odometer. If that is not possible, then it must be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed.
Trip Odometer The trip odometer can show how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset.
The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-24.
Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). For eAssist vehicles, when the ignition is in ON/RUN, the tachometer indicates the vehicle status. When pointing to AUTO STOP, the engine is off but the vehicle is on and can move. The engine could auto start at any time. When the indicator points to OFF, the vehicle is off. When the engine is on, the tachometer will indicate the engine’s revolutions per minute (rpm). The tachometer may vary by several hundred rpm’s, during auto stop mode, when the engine is shutting off and restarting.
A slight bump may be felt when the transmission is determining the most fuel efficient operating range.
Fuel Gauge
When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge shows how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. When the indicator nears empty, a message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) displays. See Fuel System Messages on page 5-30. The vehicle still has a little fuel left, but the vehicle should be fueled soon.
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An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. Here are four things that some owners ask about. These are normal and do not indicate a problem with the fuel gauge: . At the service station, the gas
pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have indicated the fuel tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the fuel tank's capacity to fill it. The indicator moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up. The gauge goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off.
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Driver Efficiency Gauge
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
For eAssist vehicles, this gauge assists in driving efficiently and will vary based on driver input. To maximize efficiency, keep the gauge pointed in the solid green zone in the center of the gauge. The gauge moves to the left when braking and to the right when accelerating. When either is done aggressively, the vehicle is being driven less efficiently and the gauge will move further from the center.
This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. If the indicator needle moves to the hot side of the gauge, the engine is too hot. If the vehicle has been operated under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
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Safety Belt Reminders
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument cluster.
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-25.
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the driver safety belt is buckled, neither the light nor the chime comes on.
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle continues several times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving.
If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the warning light and/or chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt.
Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), passenger sensing system, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 3-19.
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The airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehicle is started. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed immediately.
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If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away.
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Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-25. The overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator.
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When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check. Then, after
several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol, to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag. If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag are allowed to inflate. If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag. If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service.
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If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-12 for more information, including important safety information.
Charging System Light
If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. The light should go out once the engine starts. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the charging system. This light could indicate that there are problems with a generator drive belt, or that there is an electrical problem. Have it checked right away. If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on, turn off accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors the operation of the vehicle to ensure emissions are at acceptable levels, helping to maintain a clean environment. The malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the vehicle is placed in ON/RUN for Key Access or Service Only Mode for Keyless Access, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. See Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9-15 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) on page 9-17 for more information.
This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to START, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working.
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If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running, this indicates that the OBD II system has detected a problem and diagnosis and service might be required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage to the vehicle. This system also assists the dealer technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.
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If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on, the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
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Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems
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could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10-3.
This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing: A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. To prevent more serious damage to the vehicle: . Reduce vehicle speed. . Avoid hard accelerations. . Avoid steep uphill grades.
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If the light continues to flash, find a safe place to stop and park the vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible. Light On Steady: An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. The following may correct an emission control system malfunction: . Check that the fuel cap is fully
installed. See Filling the Tank on page 9-51. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off.
. Check that good quality fuel is used. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may cause stalling after start-up, stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up. If one or more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Recommended Fuel on page 9-48. If none of the above have made the light turn off, your dealer can check the vehicle. The dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed.
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Depending on where you live, your vehicle may be required to participate in an emission control system inspection and maintenance program. For the inspection, the emission system test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC).
The DLC is under the instrument panel next to the steering wheel. See your dealer if assistance is needed. The vehicle may not pass inspection if:
The malfunction indicator lamp is on while the engine is running, or the malfunction indicator lamp
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is not on while the vehicle is in ON/RUN or Service Only Mode. See your dealer for assistance in verifying proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp. The OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. If this were to occur, the vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This can take several days of driving. If this has been done and the vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II system readiness, your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection.
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Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away.
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The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service.
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
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This light comes on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the light comes on and stays on, there is a base brake problem.
For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light comes on briefly when the engine is started.
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If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then goes off. If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off. If the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the ABS light stays on, or comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5-17. For vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see Brake System Messages on page 5-28 for all brake-related DIC messages.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
If equipped, this light displays green when a vehicle is detected ahead. This light will display amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-37.
If equipped, this light briefly comes on while starting the vehicle. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then turns off. This light comes on green when the system is on and ready to operate. When the system determines that the vehicle is leaving its lane without using the turn signal, this light will change to amber and flash. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) on page 9-46.
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Traction Off Light
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Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then turns off. The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System (TCS) has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak button. This light and the StabiliTrak OFF light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off. If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not limited. Adjust driving accordingly. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-32.
This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. This light comes on when the StabiliTrak system is turned off. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction Control System (TCS) is also off. If the StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak systems and the warning light turns off. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-32.
This light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If the light is on and not flashing, the TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak system have been disabled. A DIC message may display. Check the DIC messages to determine which feature(s) is no longer functioning and whether the vehicle requires service.
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If the indicator/warning light is on and flashing, the TCS and/or the StabiliTrak system is actively working. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-32.
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
For eAssist vehicles, this light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by the dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light goes off.
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The engine coolant temperature warning light indicates that the vehicle has overheated. Driving with this light on can damage the engine and it may not be covered by the vehicle warranty. See Engine Overheating on page 10-20.
The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on when the engine has overheated. If this happens, pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 10-20.
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the TPMS. For vehicles with an uplevel or eAssist cluster, this telltale displays in the Driver Information Center (DIC) screen.
When the Light Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated.
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A DIC tire pressure message may also display. See Tire Messages on page 5-33. Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure on page 10-53.
When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10-56.
Engine Oil Pressure Light
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{ Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil.
This light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem. See your dealer.
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Low Fuel Warning Light
Security Light
High-Beam On Light
This light, below the fuel gauge, comes on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then goes off. This light also comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. When fuel is added the light should go off. If it does not, have your vehicle serviced. For vehicles with an uplevel or eAssist cluster, this telltale displays in the Driver Information Center (DIC) screen.
The immobilizer light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. See Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) on page 2-17 or Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access) on page 2-18. For vehicles with an uplevel or eAssist cluster, this light displays in the Driver Information Center (DIC) screen.
This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 6-2.
Front Fog Lamp Light
The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 6-4.
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Lamps On Reminder
For vehicles with the uplevel or eAssist cluster, this telltale will be shown in the Driver Information Center (DIC) screen.
Door Ajar Light
This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use. See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1.
Cruise Control Light
This light is white whenever the cruise control is on and turns green when the cruise control is active. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 9-35.
This light comes on in the Driver Information Center (DIC) when a door is open or not securely latched. Before driving, check that all doors are properly closed.
Information Displays
Center Stack Display Infotainment and vehicle personalization information displays in the center stack screen. See:
The navigation system manual and Infotainment on page 7-1.
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The center stack controls only need a light touch to operate and work best with bare hands. The controls will work with most gloves although they may take longer to respond. Use the finger pad rather than the finger tip to minimize response time. If the controls are not responding, remove the gloves.
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Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays information about the vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. See Vehicle Messages on page 5-27. All messages appear in the DIC display in the center of the instrument cluster. The vehicle may also have features that can be customized through the controls on the radio. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-34. DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays, which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever to the left of the steering wheel. The DIC displays trip, fuel, vehicle system information, and warning messages if a system problem is detected.
DIC Buttons
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Fuel menu and the Vehicle Information menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.
Trip/Fuel Menu Items Press MENU on the turn signal lever until Trip/Fuel Menu is displayed. Use w / x to scroll through the menu items. The following is the list of all possible
trip/fuel displays. Some of the items may not be available for your particular vehicle. . Digital Speedometer
Trip 1
Trip 2. Power Flow (eAssist Only)
Fuel Range
. Average Fuel Economy and
Instantaneous Fuel Economy
. Average Vehicle Speed
Timer
. Navigation
Digital Speedometer The speedometer shows how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The speedometer cannot be reset.
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Trip 1 and Trip 2
This display shows the current distance traveled, in either kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since the last reset for the trip odometer. The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing SET/CLR while the trip odometer display is showing.Power Flow (eAssist Only) This display shows the operating mode of the eAssist system and the high voltage battery charge level. The animation indicates the direction of energy flow.
Fuel Range This display shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot be reset.
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Average Fuel Economy and Instantaneous Fuel Economy This display shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. The fuel economy can be reset by pressing SET/CLR while the Average Fuel Economy display is showing. The instantaneous fuel economy display shows the current fuel economy in liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number reflects only the fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change. Unlike average economy, this display cannot be reset.
Average Vehicle Speed This display shows the average speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per
hour (mph). This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this value. The average speed can be reset by pressing SET/CLR while the Average Vehicle Speed display is showing.
Timer This display can be used as a timer. To start the timer, press SET/CLR while Timer is displayed. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset, not including time the ignition is off. Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on, even if another display is being shown on the DIC. The timer will record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after which the display will return to zero. To stop the timer, press SET/CLR briefly while Timer is displayed. To reset the timer to zero, press and hold SET/CLR.
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Navigation This display is used for the Turn-by-Turn Navigation, if equipped. Vehicle Information Menu Items Press MENU on the turn signal lever until Vehicle Information menu is displayed. Use w / x to scroll through the menu items. The following is the list of all possible vehicle information displays. Some of the items may not be available for your particular vehicle. . Display Units Tire Pressure Jump Start (eAssist Only)
. Remaining Oil Life . Battery
Display Units Move w / x to switch between metric or US when the Unit display is active. Press SET/CLR to confirm
the setting. This will change the displays on the cluster and DIC to either metric or English (US) measurements.
Tire Pressure The display will show a vehicle with the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per square inch (psi). See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10-55 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10-56.
Jump Start (eAssist Only) This display allows for on-board jump starting of the vehicle. See "Jump Starting (On-board with eAssist Only)."
Remaining Oil Life This display shows an estimate of the oil's remaining useful life. If Remaining Oil Life 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains.
When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. See Engine Oil Messages on page 5-29. The oil should changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil on page 10-10. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11-3. Remember, the Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, press SET/ CLR while the Oil Life display is active. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10-12.
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Battery This display, available on some vehicles, shows the current battery voltage. If the voltage is in the normal range, the value will display. For example, the display may read Battery Voltage 15.0 Volts. The vehicle's charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery. The battery voltage can fluctuate while viewing this information on the DIC. This is normal. See Charging System Light on page 5-14. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the DIC will display a message.
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Vehicle Messages Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may display one after the other. The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing SET/CLR. The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed. All messages should be taken seriously and clearing the messages does not correct the problem. The following are some of the vehicle messages that may be displayed depending on your vehicle content.
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point. The battery saver system starts reducing features of the vehicle that may be noticed. At the point that features are disabled, this message displays. Turn off unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge. LOW BATTERY This message is displayed when the battery voltage is low. See Battery on page 10-24. SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM This message is displayed when there is a fault in the battery charging system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.
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Brake System Messages
BRAKE FLUID LOW This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low. See Brake Fluid on page 10-23. SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST This message may be displayed when there is a problem with the brake boost assist system. When this message is displayed, the brake boost assist motor might be heard operating and you might notice pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal under these conditions. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.
Compass Messages
CAL This message is displayed when the compass needs to be calibrated. See Compass on page 5-4.
– – Dashes will be displayed if the compass needs service. See your dealer for service.
Cruise Control Messages
CRUISE SET TO XXX This message displays when the cruise control is set and shows the speed it was set to. See Cruise Control on page 9-35.
Door Ajar Messages
DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message will display when the driver door is open. Close the door completely. HOOD OPEN This message will display when the hood is open. Close the hood completely.
LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN This message will display when the driver side rear door is open. Close the door completely. PASSENGER DOOR OPEN This message will display when the front passenger door is open. Close the door completely. RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN This message will display when the passenger side rear door is open. Close the door completely. TRUNK OPEN This message will display when the trunk is open. Close the trunk completely.
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Engine Cooling System Messages
A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH ENGINE TEMP This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off. When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the air conditioning compressor turns back on. You can continue to drive the vehicle. If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine.
COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD COOLANT This message will display if the coolant is low. See Engine Coolant on page 10-17. ENGINE OVERHEATED — IDLE ENGINE This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down. ENGINE OVERHEATED — STOP ENGINE This message displays and a continuous chime sounds if the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage. This message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature.
Engine Oil Messages
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the engine oil needs to be changed. When the engine oil is changed, be sure to reset the Oil Life System. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10-12, Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-24, Engine Oil on page 10-10, and Maintenance Schedule on page 11-3. ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE ENGINE This message displays when the engine oil temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down.
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OIL PRESSURE LOW— STOP ENGINE This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
Engine Power Messages
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle's engine power is reduced. Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this
message stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible.
Fuel System Messages
FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays when the vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as soon as possible. TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the fuel cap.
Key and Lock Messages
NO REMOTE DETECTED This message displays when the transmitter battery is weak on vehicles with Keyless Access. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays when the battery in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter needs to be replaced. See “Battery Replacement” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3. USE TRANSMITTER POCKET TO START This message displays when trying to start the vehicle if an RKE transmitter is not detected. The transmitter battery may be weak. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.
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Lamp Messages
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON/OFF This message is displayed when the automatic light control has been turned on or off. See Automatic Headlamp System on page 6-3. CHECK XXX TURN SIGNAL LAMP When one of the turn signals is out, this message displays to show which bulb needs to be replaced. See Bulb Replacement on page 10-29 and Replacement Bulbs on page 10-36. TURN SIGNAL ON This message is displayed if the turn signal has been left on. Turn off the turn signal.
Object Detection System Messages
FORWARD COLLISION ALERT OFF If your vehicle has the Forward Collision Alert (FCA) system, this message may display if the FCA system cannot activate due to a temporary condition. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System on page 9-37. FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED, CLEAN WINDSHIELD This message displays when the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Forward Collision Alert (FCA) systems are disabled because the camera view is blocked and cannot operate properly. It may also activate during heavy rain or due to road spray. To clean the system, clean the outside of the windshield area in front of the LDW/FCA camera sensor.
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING UNAVAILABLE This message may appear if LDW does not activate due to a temporary condition. PARK ASSIST OFF This message displays when the park assist system has been turned off or when there is a temporary condition causing the system to be disabled. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9-40. SERVICE FRONT CAMERA This message displays when the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Forward Collision Alert (FCA) systems are disabled and need service. See your dealer.
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SERVICE PARK ASSIST This message displays if there is a problem with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do not use this system to help you park. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9-40. See your dealer for service. SERVICE SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM If this message appears, the system needs service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF This message indicates that the driver has turned the system off. SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE This message indicates that the SBZA system is disabled because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in the blind zone. The sensor may be blocked by mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush. This
message may also activate during heavy rain or due to road spray. The vehicle does not need service.
however, you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce your speed and drive accordingly.
Ride Control System Messages
SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS). When this message is displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See your dealer for service. SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system. If this message appears, try to reset the system. Stop; turn off the engine for at least 15 seconds; then start the engine again. If this message still comes on, it means there is a problem. See your dealer for service. The vehicle is safe to drive;
Security Messages
THEFT ATTEMPTED This message displays if the vehicle detects a tamper condition.
Service Vehicle Messages
SERVICE AC SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the air conditioning system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. SERVICE POWER STEERING This message displays if there is a problem with the power steering system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays if there is a problem with the vehicle. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.
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Starting the Vehicle Messages
JUMP START ACTIVE WAIT TO START This message displays while performing an on-board jump start of the vehicle. See “Jump Starting (On-board with eAssist Only).” JUMP START COMPLETE ATTEMPT START This message displays while performing an on-board jump start of the vehicle. See “Jump Starting (On-board with eAssist Only).” JUMP START DISABLED SEE OWNERS MANUAL This message displays if there is a problem with the on-board jump start system, or the 12 volt battery is too low to perform an on-board jump start. Try using jumper cables and performing a normal jump start. See “Jump Starting (On-board with
eAssist Only).” Take the vehicle to your dealer for service if this message continues to be displayed.
Tire Messages
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10-56. TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays when the system is learning new tires. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10-56. TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle's tires is low.
The low tire pressure warning light will also come on. See Tire Pressure Light on page 5-20. If a tire pressure message displays, inflate the tires until the tire pressure is equal to the values shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tires on page 10-44, Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-10, and Tire Pressure on page 10-53. More than one tire pressure message can be received at a time. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-24.
Transmission Messages
SERVICE TRANSMISSION This message displays if there is a problem with the transmission. See your dealer.
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SHIFT DENIED This message displays when attempting to use the automatic transmission manual mode to shift to too low or too high of a gear. See Manual Mode on page 9-29. SHIFT TO PARK This message displays when the transmission needs to be shifted to P (Park). This may appear when attempting to remove the key from the ignition or from the vehicle if the vehicle is not in P (Park). TRANSMISSION HOT — IDLE ENGINE This message displays and a chime sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle. Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool. This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level.
Vehicle Reminder Messages
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when ice conditions are possible.
Washer Fluid Messages
WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID This message may display when the washer fluid level is low. See Washer Fluid on page 10-21.
Window Messages
OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/ PASSENGER WINDOW This message is displayed when the window needs to be reprogrammed. If the vehicle's battery has been recharged or disconnected, you will need to program each front window for the express-up feature to work. See Power Windows on page 2-21.
Vehicle Personalization Use the audio system controls to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features. The following are all possible personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available. CONFIG (Configuration): Press to access the Configuration Settings menu. TUNE/MENU: Turn to scroll through the menus. Press to enter the menus and select the menu items. BACK / : Press to exit or move backward in a menu.
Entering the Personalization Menus 1. Press CONFIG to access the Configuration Settings menu.
2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to
highlight Vehicle Settings.
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3. Press TUNE/MENU to select the
Vehicle Settings menu.
The following list of menu items will be available: . Climate and Air Quality . Collision/Detection Systems . Comfort and Convenience
Language Lighting
. Power Door Locks . Remote Locking, Unlocking,
Starting
. Return to Factory Settings Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight the menu. Press TUNE/ MENU to select it. Each of the menus is detailed in the following information. Climate and Air Quality Select the Climate and Air Quality menu and the following may be displayed: . Auto Fan Speed
. Remote Start Heated Seats . Auto Defog . Auto Rear Defog
Auto Fan Speed This allows for selecting the automatic fan speed. It can be adjusted to run lower or higher than normal. Press TUNE/MENU when Auto Fan Speed is highlighted to open the menu. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight High, Medium, or Low. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm the selection and move back to the last menu.
Remote Start Heated Seats When turned on, this feature will turn the heated seats on when using remote start on cold days. Press TUNE/MENU when Remote Start Heated Seats is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select On or Off. Press TUNE/ MENU to confirm the selection and move back to the last menu.
Auto Defog Only vehicles with dual automatic climate control will have this option. This allows for turning the auto defog on or off. Press TUNE/MENU when Auto Defog is highlighted to open the menu. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight On or Off. Press TUNE/ MENU to confirm the selection and move back to the last menu.
Auto Rear Defog This will allow for turning the auto rear defog on or off. This feature will automatically turn on the rear window defogger when it is cold outside. Press TUNE/MENU when Auto Rear Defog is highlighted to open the menu. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight On or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm the selection and move back to the last menu.
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Collision/Detection Systems Select the Collision/Detection Systems menu and the following may be displayed: . Park Assist . Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
Park Assist This allows the Park Assist feature to be turned on or off. Press TUNE/MENU when Park Assist is highlighted to open the menu. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight On or Off. Press TUNE/ MENU to confirm the selection and move back to the last menu. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9-40.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) This allows the SBZA feature to be turned on or off. Press TUNE/MENU when Side Blind Zone Alert is highlighted to open the menu. Turn the TUNE/ MENU knob to highlight On or Off.
Press TUNE/MENU to confirm the selection and move back to the last menu. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9-41. Comfort and Convenience Select the Comfort and Convenience menu and the following may be displayed: . Easy Exit Driver Seat . Chime Volume . Reverse Tilt Mirror
Easy Exit Driver Seat This feature automatically recalls the current driver’s previously stored EXIT button position when exiting the vehicle. See “Easy Exit Driver Seat” under Memory Seats on page 3-6. Press TUNE/MENU when Easy Exit Driver Seat is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select On or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Chime Volume This allows selection of the chime volume level. Press TUNE/MENU when Chime Volume is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select Normal or High. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Reverse Tilt Mirror When on, both the driver and passenger mirrors will tilt downward when the vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse) to improve visibility of the ground near the rear wheels. They will return to their previous driving position when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), the ignition is turned to OFF, or the vehicle is left in R (Reverse). See Reverse Tilt Mirrors on page 2-20. Press TUNE/MENU when Reverse Tilt Mirror is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select On or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
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Language Select Language, then select from the available language(s). Press TUNE/MENU when Language is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/ MENU knob to select the desired language. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu. Lighting Select the Lighting menu and the following may be displayed: . Vehicle Locator Lights . Exit Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights This allows the vehicle locator lights to be turned on or off. The vehicle locator lights come on when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Press TUNE/MENU when Vehicle Locator Lights is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select On
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or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Exit Lighting This allows for selecting how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle and it is dark outside. Press TUNE/MENU when Exit Lighting is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select Off, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, or 2 Minutes. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu. Power Door Locks Select Power Door Locks and the following may be displayed: . Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out . Auto Door Unlock . Delayed Door Lock . Auto Door Lock
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When on, this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open. If Off is selected, the Delayed Door Lock menu will be available and the door will lock as programmed through this menu. Press TUNE/MENU when Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select On or Off. Press TUNE/ MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Auto Door Unlock This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). Press TUNE/MENU when Auto Door Unlock is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select All Doors, Driver Door, or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
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Delayed Door Lock When on, this feature will delay the locking of the doors until five seconds after the last door is closed. Three chimes will signal delayed locking is in use. Press either the power lock button or Q on the RKE transmitter twice to override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all of the doors. Press TUNE/MENU when Delayed Door Lock is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select On or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Auto Door Lock This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Press TUNE/MENU when Auto Door Lock is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select All Doors, Driver Door, or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Remote Locking, Unlocking, Starting Select Remote Locking, Unlocking, Starting and the following may be displayed: . Unlock Feedback (Lights)
Locking Feedback
. Door Unlock Options . Memory Remote Recall . Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder . Relock Remote Door . Passive Door Unlock . Passive Door Lock
Unlock Feedback (Lights) When on, the exterior lamps will flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Press TUNE/MENU when Unlock Feedback (Lights) is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select On or Off. Press TUNE/ MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Locking Feedback This allows selection of what type of feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Press TUNE/MENU when Locking Feedback is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select Lights and Horn, Lights Only, Horn Only, or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Door Unlock Options This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing K on the RKE transmitter. Press TUNE/MENU when Door Unlock Options is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select All Doors or Driver Door Only. When set to Driver Door Only, the driver door will unlock the first time K is pressed and all doors will unlock when K is pressed a second time. When set to All Doors, all of the
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doors will unlock at the first press of K. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Memory Remote Recall This allows the Memory Remote Recall feature to be turned on or off. When on, this feature will recall the current driver's last seat and outside mirror positions upon unlocking the driver door with the RKE transmitter, and opening that door. The current driver is identified when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the driver door. If equipped with Keyless Access, the recall will occur upon opening the driver door. See “Recalling RKE Memory Positions” under Memory Seats on page 3-6. Press TUNE/MENU when Memory Remote Recall is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select On or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder This allows the Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder feature to be turned on or off. If on, the horn will chirp if a remote is left in the vehicle. Press TUNE/MENU when Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select On or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Relock Remote Door When on, the doors will automatically lock after a period of time if the vehicle is not entered or exited. Press TUNE/MENU when Relock Remote Door is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select On or Off. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Passive Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors are unlocked by pressing the button on the outside door handle. Press TUNE/MENU when Passive Door Unlock is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select All Doors or Driver Door. Press TUNE/ MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Passive Door Lock This allows for turning Passive Locking off, on, or on with feedback. Press TUNE/MENU when Passive Door Lock is highlighted. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select Off, On, or On with Active Horn Chirp. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
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Return to Factory Settings Select Return to Factory Settings for the option to return all vehicle personalization to the default settings. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select Yes or No. Press TUNE/MENU to confirm and go back to the last menu.
Universal Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-15.
Universal Remote System Programming
If equipped, these buttons are in the overhead console. This system can replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. These instructions refer to a garage door opener, but can be used for other devices.
Do not use the Universal Remote system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982.
