Warning Indicators
WARNING INDICATORSThere are eighteen indicator lamps that warn of malfunctions or vehicle components and operating conditions that need attention. The indicator lamps are grouped together in two windows, one to the left of the Temperature/Fuel gauge and the other to the right of the Tachometer. All of the indicator lamps illuminate each time the engine is started to verify system operation and to perform an Instrument Cluster bulb check. The following eighteen indicators are present:
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, DRIVER AIRBAG, PASSENGER AIR-BAG, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, FRONT IMPACT SENSORS, SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
Airbag Warning Indicator Lamp (SRS)
The Airbag warning indicator lamp illuminates if there is a malfunction in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). During its bulb check, the Airbag warning indicator lamp stays illuminated for approximately six seconds, then goes out. If the Airbag warning indicator lamp fails to perform a bulb check or stays illuminated, there may be a malfunction in the SRS and should be checked using the DRB III(R) for any DTCs that may be present.
Antilock Warning Indicator Lamp (ABS)
The Antilock warning indicator lamp illuminates if there is a malfunction in the ABS. If the Antilock warning indicator lamp stays illuminated after the bulb check or any service performed, it should be checked using the DRB III(R) for any DTCs that may be present. If the Antilock warning indicator lamp is illuminated, the brake system will operate as if it did not have ABS.
Battery Voltage Indicator Lamp
The Battery voltage indicator lamp illuminates when the charging system falls below current demand causing the battery to not receive a full charge during operation.
Brake Assist System Indicator Lamp (BAS), Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
The BAS/ESP indicator lamp illuminates if there is a malfunction in the BAS/ESP. If the BAS/ESP indicator lamp illuminates at any time during or after any service is performed it should be checked using the DRB III(R) to verify any DTCs that may be present.
Brake Warning Indicator Lamp
The Brake warning indicator lamp illuminates when the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir drops below the minimum level indicated on the side of the brake fluid reservoir.
Brake Wear Indicator Lamp
The Brake wear indicator lamp illuminates when the front brake pads are worn and require replacement.
Electronic Stability Program Indicator Lamp (ESP)
The Electronic Stability Program indicator lamp (1) located between the left and right turn signal indicators illuminates when the ESP system is deactivated. ESP deactivation is performed by depressing the ESP button, located on the center console. The ESP indicator lamp will also flash if the system is activated and there is a lose of traction. When the Electronic Stability Program is activated, the ESP indicator lamp will remain off until the system senses a lose of tractional stability. At that time, the ESP indicator lamp will flash to warn the driver of compensations being made by the ESP system.
High Beam Indicator Lamp
The High beam indicator lamp illuminates when the high beam lamps are activated by the multifunction switch located in the steering column.
Lamp Outage Indicator Lamp
The Lamp outage indicator lamp illuminates if there is an exterior lamp failure such as a headlamp or tail-lamp failure.
Low Coolant Indicator Lamp
The Low coolant indicator lamp illuminates if the engine coolant drops below its threshold indicating a low engine coolant level.
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
The Low fuel warning lamp, located on the left side of the cluster, illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank reaches approximately 8 liters (2.1 gallons) to indicate a low fuel level.
Low Tire Pressure Indicator Lamp
The Low tire pressure indicator lamp illuminates if any tire should experience a drop in pressure, or if a tire is over inflated above the recommended pressure.
Low Washer Fluid Indicator Lamp
The Low washer fluid indicator lamp illuminates to indicate a low windshield washer fluid level.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
The Malfunction Indicator Lamp illuminates when there is a malfunction or DTC present in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or Transmission Control Module (TCM).
Oil Level Indicator Lamp
The Oil level indicator lamp illuminates if the engine oil drops below 4.25 liters (4.5 quarts), indicating that the engine oil has dropped by 1.9 liters (2 quarts).
Seat Belt Indicator Lamp
The Seat belt indicator lamp illuminates if the driver's seat belt is not buckled.
Telescoping Wheel Indicator Lamp
The Telescoping wheel indicator lamp illuminates if the manually telescoping wheel is not locked into position.
Turn Signal Indicator Lamp
The Turn signal indicator lamps (1), located in the upper portion of the speedometer on the right and left of the ESP indicator, illuminate when either the right or left turn signal is activated by the multifunction switch on the steering column. Both lamps will illuminate when the Emergency Flasher switch has been activated.