Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators: Locations
This image from Instrument Cluster replacement, gives an overall view of the instrument cluster.
There are 2 subsystems to the Instrument Cluster shown below:
- Warning Lights And Chimes
- Gauges
Warning Lights And Chimes
Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately.
Emission System/Check Engine:
The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately.
Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
Check Fuel Cap:
Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Emission System/Check Engine warning light to come on. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
Brake System Warning Light:
To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your dealership. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership.
Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately.
Anti-lock brake system:
If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.
Air Bag Readiness:
If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.
Safety Belt:
Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.
Charging System:
Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.
Engine Oil Pressure:
Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.
Engine Coolant Temperature:
Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.
Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot.
Transmission PRNDL Indicator:
Displays the gearshift positions. If an "E" character is displayed or flashing, this indicates a transmission malfunction, contact your dealer immediately. Operating the transmission with the "E" character illuminated may cause additional damage to the transmission.
AdvanceTrac (if equipped):
Illuminates when the AdvanceTrac_ system is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.
Traction Control Active:
Illuminates when the Traction Control_ is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.
Steering Column Lock (if equipped):
Illuminates when the steering column is locked. If the light stays on the vehicle will not start, make sure the key is the correct key, refer to Securilock_ in the Locks and Security chapter.
Low Fuel (if equipped):
Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).
Speed Control:
Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns OFF when the speed control system is deactivated.
Low Washer Fluid (if equipped):
Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.
Door Ajar (if equipped):
Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door or trunk is ajar.
Turn Signal:
Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High Beams:
Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned ON.
Electronic Throttle Control (if equipped):
Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a 'limp-home' operation. Report the fault to a dealer at the earliest opportunity.