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These messages display if there is a problem in one of the vehicle's systems. They override any other mode or screen the Driver Information Center (DIC) may be in.

Some messages can be cleared from the DIC screen. In order to do this, the message must be acknowledged. To acknowledge or clear the message from the screen, press the set/reset button on the DIC. See DIC Operation and Displays for DIC button descriptions.

Other warning messages are not allowed to be cleared until the problem indicated by the warning message is taken care of. When the problem indicated by the message is resolved, it can be acknowledged and the screen can be reset.

Be sure to take any message that appears on the DIC screen seriously and remember that clearing the messages that are able to be acknowledged, will only make the message disappear, not correct the problem.

A/C OFF FOR ENGINE PROTECTION

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 is automatically turned off. When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the air conditioning compressor turns back on. The vehicle can then continue to be driven.

This message comes on while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this warning message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display for three seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

AJAR


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This message displays when a door or the trunk is not closed properly. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this message also displays when the hood is not closed properly. The graphic highlights the area that is not closed properly. Make sure that the area indicated is closed completely.

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when the gear position is shifted out of PARK (P). Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display for three seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE

This message displays when the system detects that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable level. The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle which you may be able to notice. At the point that the features are disabled, this message is displayed. It means that the vehicle is trying to save the charge in the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge. The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts. If your vehicle has the uplevel DIC, you can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the gages button until BATTERY appears.

CHANGE OIL SOON


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This message displays when service is required for the vehicle. See your dealer/retailer. See Engine Oil and Scheduled Maintenance for more information.

The CHANGE OIL SOON message is reset by acknowledging the message. The ENGINE OIL MONITOR SYSTEM screen under the options menu on the DIC must also be reset. See "Engine Oil Monitor System" in options under DIC Operation and Displays for more information.

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display for three seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

CHARGING SYSTEM FAILURE


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This message displays when there is a problem with the generator and battery charging systems. Driving with this problem could drain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Have the electrical system checked by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

CHECK GAS CAP

This message displays when the fuel cap is not on, or is not fully tightened. Check the fuel cap to ensure it is on and properly tightened. 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 this message off. See Filling the Tank for more information.

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed and then the message continues to display. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display for three seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle's tires needs to be checked. This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire needs to be checked. You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. To read the other messages that may have been sent at the same time, press the set/reset button. If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on the Tire Loading Information label. See Tires , Loading the Vehicle , and Inflation - Tire Pressure . The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See DIC Operation and Displays . If the tire pressure is low, the low tire pressure warning light comes on. See Tire Pressure Light .

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display for three seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

CRUISE SET


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This message and symbol display briefly whenever the cruise control is set. The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster also comes on when cruise control is set. See Cruise Control Light . CRUISE SET also appears briefly in the Head-Up Display (HUD), if your vehicle has this feature. This message displays when the ignition is in ON/RUN. See Cruise Control for more information.

This message does not need to be acknowledged.

DELAYED LOCKING

This message displays when the doors of the vehicle are closed and the delayed locking feature has been programmed through the DIC. See "DELAYED LOCKING" under DIC Vehicle Customization for more information.

This message displays when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed.

This message cannot be acknowledged.

HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED

This message displays when the amount of available light outside the vehicle is low and the exterior lamps control has been turned off. This condition happens when the headlamps are turned off at night or the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) are turned off during the day. This message informs the driver that it has become dark enough outside to require the headlamps to be turned on. When the headlamps are turned on, this message clears from the screen. See Exterior Lamps and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) for more information.

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this warning message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off .

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

HOT COOLANT

Notice: If the HOT COOLANT warning message appears on the DIC display, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed. Severe engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with an overheated engine. See Engine Overheating for more information.


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This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. The engine coolant temperature warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster. Also, the engine coolant temperature gage will read in the red or hot area. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light and Engine Coolant Temperature Gage for more information.

To avoid added strain, turn off the air conditioner if it is on. When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the air conditioner can be turned back on.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds continuously when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

HOT ENGINE OIL. REDUCE SPEED

On some vehicles, this message displays when the vehicle's engine oil is above the proper engine operating temperature. Reduce the speed of the vehicle. If this message continues to display, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. A chime sounds continuously when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

HOT TRANS (Transmission) FLUID


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This message displays when the transmission fluid in the vehicle is too hot. Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle until it cools down. If this message continues to display, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.

If the vehicle has the Uplevel Trip Computer DIC, you can determine the actual temperature of the transmission fluid using the vehicle's gages button. See DIC Operation and Displays for more information.

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

KEY FOB BATTERY LOW


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This message displays when the battery in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter needs to be replaced. To replace the battery, see "Battery Replacement" under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation .

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

The message re-appears when the engine is turned on and the condition still exists.

KEY IN IGNITION

This message displays and a chime sounds continuously when the driver exits the vehicle while the key is in the ignition after the engine is turned off.

This message cannot be acknowledged.

This message disappears and the chiming stops when the key is removed from the ignition.

LEFT FRONT TURN LAMP OUT

This message displays when the left front turn signal lamp needs to be replaced. See Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps for replacement procedures.

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

LEFT REAR TURN LAMP OUT

This message displays when the left rear turn signal lamp needs to be replaced. See Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps for replacement procedures.

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

LOW BRAKE FLUID


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This message displays when the brake fluid level is low. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. See Brakes .

The brake system warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster when this message appears on the DIC. See Brake System Warning Light .

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

LOW FUEL


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This message displays when the vehicle is low on fuel. Refill the fuel tank as soon as possible.

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

LOW OIL LEVEL

On some vehicles, this message displays when the vehicle's engine oil is low.


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If this message comes on, fill the oil to the proper level as soon as possible. See Engine Compartment Overview for engine oil fill location. Also, see Engine Oil for information on the kind of oil to use and proper oil level.

This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

LOW OIL PRESSURE

Notice: If the LOW OIL PRESSURE warning message appears on the DIC display, stop the vehicle immediately. Do not drive the vehicle until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected. Severe engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. See Engine Oil for more information.


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This message displays when the vehicle's engine oil pressure is low. The low oil pressure warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster. See Oil Pressure Light .

Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible when this warning message is displayed.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds continuously when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

LOW WASHER FLUID


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This message displays when the windshield washer fluid is low. Fill the windshield washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible. See Engine Compartment Overview for location of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. Also, see Windshield Washer Fluid for more information.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds when this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

PARKING BRAKE ON


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This message displays to alert the driver when the vehicle's parking brake is on, the ignition is in ON/RUN, and the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). See Parking Brake for more information.

The brake system warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster when this message appears on the DIC. See Brake System Warning Light .

A chime sounds continuously while this message is displayed if driving above 5 mph (8 km/h). Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display for three seconds if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

PARK LAMPS ON

This message displays to alert the driver when the parking lamps are on, the ignition is in LOCK/OFF, and the key is removed. A chime sounds continuously while this message is displayed. This message cannot be acknowledged.

REDUCED ENGINE POWER


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This message displays when the vehicle's engine power is reduced. If this happens during driving conditions, such as climbing a steep hill, the transmission may overwork in a gear that may cause damage to the vehicle's engine or transmission. 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 acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible.

This message displays only when the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

REMOTE START ACTIVE PRESS HAZARD SWITCH TO CANCEL

If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this message displays when a remote start is initiated. If you would like to cancel the remote start, turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers .

REMOTE START DISABLED

If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this message displays if a remote start attempt is unsuccessful. This may be caused if any of the following conditions are true when a remote start attempt is made:

    • The remote start system is disabled through the DIC.
    • The key is in the ignition.
    • The hood or the doors are not closed.
    • There is an emission control system malfunction.
    • The engine coolant temperature is too high.
    • The oil pressure is low.
    • The hazard warning flashers are turned on.
    • The maximum number of remote starts or remote start attempts between ignition cycles has been reached.
    • The content theft-deterrent alarm is on while attempting to remote start the vehicle.

See "REMOTE START" under DIC Vehicle Customization and Remote Vehicle Start for more information.

RIGHT FRONT TURN LAMP OUT

This message displays when the vehicle's right front turn signal needs to be replaced. See Front Turn Signal, Parking and Fog Lamps for bulb replacement procedures.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

RIGHT REAR TURN LAMP OUT

This message displays when the vehicle's right rear turn signal needs to be replaced. See Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps for bulb replacement procedures.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

SERVICE ABS SYSTEM


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If the vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this message displays when the vehicle's brakes are not functioning properly. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM


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This message displays when the vehicle's brakes are not functioning properly. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

SERVICE BRAKE APPLY SENSOR

This message displays when the brake apply sensor is not functioning properly. The vehicle still has brakes when this warning message displays, but you should have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

SERVICE PARK LAMPS

This message displays if one of the vehicle's parking lamps needs to be replaced. See Front Turn Signal, Parking and Fog Lamps for bulb replacement procedures.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM


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If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak® Plus system, this message displays when it is not functioning properly. A warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light . See StabiliTrak® Plus System for more information. Have the StabiliTrak® Plus system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM

This message displays if there is a problem with the theft-deterrent system programmed in the key. A fault has been detected in the system which means that the system is disabled and it is not protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts; however, you may want to take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer before turning off the engine. See Keys for information on the PASS-Key III system.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM

This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is not working properly. The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Light . Several conditions may cause this message to appear. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation for more information. If the warning comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. See your dealer/retailer.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM


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If the vehicle has the traction system, this message displays when the system is not functioning properly. A warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light . See Traction Control System (TCS) or Enhanced Traction System (ETS) for more information. Have the system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

SERVICE VARIABLE EFFORT STEERING


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If the vehicle has the variable effort steering system, this message displays if this system is not functioning properly. See Steering for more information. Have the system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON


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This message displays when a non-emissions related malfunction occurs. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds while this message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the screen.

This message continues to display if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It also re-displays for three seconds if the message has been acknowledged, but the condition still exists when the engine is turned off.

If the condition still exists, the message re-appears when the engine is turned on.

STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE


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If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak® Plus system, this message displays when the system is engaged and actively assisting the driver with directional control of the vehicle. Slippery road conditions may exist when this warning message is displayed, so driving should be adjusted accordingly. STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE also appears in the Head-Up Display (HUD), if your vehicle has this feature.

This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. This message stays on until road conditions change and StabiliTrak® Plus is not active.

This message cannot be acknowledged and cleared from the screen.

STABILITY CONTROL OFF


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If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak® Plus system, this message displays when the system turns off. This message displays only while the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds once and the message stays on for three seconds and then disappears. A warning light indicating that this system is deactivated also appears on the instrument panel cluster. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light .

When the StabiliTrak® Plus system is off, the system will not be engaged and will not actively assist the driver with directional control of the vehicle. See StabiliTrak® Plus System .

Any of the following conditions may cause the StabiliTrak® Plus system to turn off:

    • The StabiliTrak® Plus system on the GXP option is manually turned off. See StabiliTrak® Plus System for more information.
    • The battery is low.
    • There is a StabiliTrak® Plus system failure. See your dealer/retailer for service.

STARTING DISABLED DUE TO ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL

This message displays when there is a malfunction with the electronic throttle control which prevents the vehicle from starting. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer.

This message only appears while the ignition is in ON/RUN, and will not disappear until the problem is resolved. A chime sounds for two seconds. This message cannot be acknowledged.

STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM

This message displays when the system detects a malfunction in the content theft-deterrent system and prevents the vehicle from starting.

This message only appears while the ignition is in ON/RUN, and will not disappear until the problem is resolved. A chime sounds for two seconds. This message cannot be acknowledged.

TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE


Object Number: 923194  Size: A1

This symbol comes on with this message.

If the vehicle has the traction system, this message displays when the system is on. TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE also appears in the Head-Up Display (HUD), if your vehicle has this feature.

This message only displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN and will not disappear until driving conditions change and the system is no longer active.

This message cannot be acknowledged or cleared from the screen.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF


Object Number: 923161  Size: A1

This symbol comes on with this message.

If the vehicle has the traction system, this message displays when the system turns off. TRACTION CONTROL OFF also appears in the Head-Up Display (HUD), if your vehicle has this feature. This message only displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN and disappears after three seconds. A chime sounds once and the message stays on for three seconds and then disappears. A warning light indicating that this system is deactivated also appears on the instrument panel cluster. See Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light .

Any of the following conditions may cause the system to turn off:

    • The system is turned off by pressing the TC (traction control) button located on the center console. See Traction Control System (TCS) or Enhanced Traction System (ETS) for more information.
    • The battery is low.
    • There is a system failure. See your dealer/retailer for service.

TURN SIGNAL ON

This message displays if the vehicle is driven for more than 0.75 mile (1.21 km) while one of the turn signals are on. It appears as a reminder to turn off the turn signal.

This message only displays when the ignition is in ON/RUN. A chime sounds for two seconds and the message will not disappear until the turn signal is manually turned off, or a turn is completed.