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Table 1: Indicators
Table 2: DIC Warning Messages

Indicators

Symbol

Description


Object Number: 676444  Size: GT

ABS: Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems

AIR BAG

AIR BAG: Refer to SIR System Description and Operation in SIR

BRAKE


Object Number: 676487  Size: GT

BRAKE: Refer to Brake Warning System Description and Operation in Hydraulic Brake Systems

VOLT


Object Number: 676451  Size: GT

Charge: Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical

CRUISE

CRUISE: Refer to Cruise Control Description and Operation in Cruise Control


Object Number: 676441  Size: GT

Fasten Safety Belt: Refer to Seat Belt System Description and Operation in Seat Belts


Object Number: 676457  Size: GT

High Beam: Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems

Engine Coolant Temperature

Engine Coolant Temperature: Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling

km/h

km/h: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

Low Fuel

Low Fuel: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

MPH

MPH: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

OIL


Object Number: 676468  Size: GT

Low Engine Oil Pressure: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

SECURITY

SECURITY: Refer to Theft Systems Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent

SERVICE ENGINE SOON

SERVICE ENGINE SOON: Refer to Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

TRAC OFF

Traction Control Off: Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System


Object Number: 676455  Size: GT

Turn Signals: Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems

DIC Warning Messages

Symbol

Description

CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON

Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Refer to Tire Pressure Monitor Description and Operation in Tire Pressure Monitoring

DOOR AJAR

Refer to Door Ajar Indicator Description and Operation in Doors

ENGINE OIL LOW - CHECK LEVEL

Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ACTIVE

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

TRUNK AJAR

Refer to Luggage Compartment Description and Operation in Body Rear End

WINDSHIELD WI/PER FLUID LOW

Refer to Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation in Wipers/Washer Systems

CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON

The DIC illuminates the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when the powertrain control module (PCM) determines that the engine oil should be changed. The DIC receives a class 2 message from the PCM indicating the remaining oil life percent. Once the oil is changed, perform the engine oil monitor reset procedure in order to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON indicator. Refer to GM Oil Life System Resetting in Maintenance and Lubrication.

ENGINE OIL LOW CHECK LEVEL

The IPC illuminates the ENGINE OIL LOW CHECK LEVEL message in the driver information center (DIC) when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects low engine oil level, and the signal circuit is high . The PCM only monitors the oil level switch signal circuit for a brief period between key on and ignition crank. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Km/h and MPH

km/h: The IPC illuminates the km/h indicator when the IPC detects that metric units have been requested. The IPC monitors the signal circuit of the ENG/MET switch . The IPC sends a signal to the head up display (HUD) indicating the requested units. The HUD also illuminates the appropriate indicator.

MPH: The IPC illuminates the MPH indicator when the IPC detects that English units have been requested. The IPC monitors the signal circuit of the ENG/MET switch. The IPC sends a signal to the head up display (HUD) indicating the requested units. The HUD also illuminates the appropriate indicator.

LOW FUEL

The IPC illuminates the low fuel indicator when the IPC determines that the sensor level is less than 16 percent.

LOW OIL PRESSURE

The IPC illuminates the engine oil pressure indicator when the PCM detects low oil pressure, and the signal circuit is low. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE VEHICLE SOON indicator when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects certain malfunctions that are unrelated to the emission system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.