Warning Indicators
Warning Indicators
There 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 Fuel/Temperature 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 IC 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 AIRBAG, 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.
1. Airbag warning indicator lamp (SRS)
The Airbag warning indicator lamp illuminates if there is a malfunction in the Supplemental Restrain 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 DRBIII for any DTCs that may be present.
2. 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 DRBlll 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.
3. 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.
4. Brake assist indicator lamp (BAS) Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
The BAS/ESP indicator lamp illuminates if there is a malfunction in the BAS/ESR. If the BAS/ESP indicator lamp illuminates at any time during or after any service is performed it should be checked using the DRBlll to verify any DTCs that may be present.
5. 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.
6. Brake wear indicator lamp
The Brake wear indicator lamp illuminates when the front brake pads reach their replacement threshold.
7. Electronic Stability Program indicator lamp (ESP)
The Electronic Stability Program indicator lamp located between the left and right turn signal indicators illuminates when the ESP button, located on the center console, is pushed, activating the ESP system. The Electronic Stability Program indicator lamp will go out if the ESP button is pressed again, deactivating the system. When the Electronic Stability Program is activated, the ESP indicator lamp will illuminate to warn the driver of compensations being made by the ESP system.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. Low coolant indicator lamp
The Low coolant indicator lamp illuminates if the engine coolant drops below its threshold indicating a low engine coolant level.
11. 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 2.1 gal. (8 L.) to indicate a low fuel level.
12. Low tire pressure indicator lamp
The Low tire pressure indicator lamp illuminates if any of the tires loses pressure or is inflated above the recommended pressure.
13. Low washer fluid indicator lamp
The Low washer fluid indicator lamp illuminates to indicate a low windshield washer fluid level.
14. 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).
15. Oil level indicator lamp
The Oil level indicator lamp illuminates if the engine oil drops below 4.5 qts. (4.25 L), indicating that the engine oil has dropped by 2 qts. (1.9 liters).
16. Seat belt indicator lamp
The Seat belt indicator lamp illuminates if the driver's seat belt is not buckled.
17. Telescoping wheel indicator lamp
The Telescoping wheel indicator lamp illuminates if the manually telescoping wheel is not locked into position.
18. Turn signal indicator lamp
The Turn signal indicator lamps, 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.
The cluster gives audible tone signals to notify the driver to take the following actions:
Note: With the key removed and the door open, the audible tone sounds if the headlamps or parking lamps are on. Operation of the standing lamps, which are intended for use when the vehicle is unoccupied, will not trigger this warning.
Release the parking brake
Switch off headlamps.
Remove the key from the ignition.
Turn signal indicator ticking, activating the turn signal switch is indicated audibly by the turn signal indicator ticking. The driver's attention is brought to a problem in the turn signal system by the turn signal indicator ticking at a higher frequency. The turn signal indicator ticking is generated electromagnetically. The frequency corresponds to that of the turn signal indicator lamp.
Parking Brake-on reminder, an audible sound is emitted via a small speaker whenever the cluster detects the parking brake switch is in the ON position at a speed of 5 km/h (3 MPH) or more.
Headlamps-on reminder, the Headlamps-on reminder sounds when the headlamp switch is in the ON position, the ignition key is removed from the ignition, and the driver's door is open.
Key-in-ignition reminder, the Key-in-ignition reminder sounds when the driver's door is open with the key in the ignition.