The following warning lamps and indicators will alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious. Some lamps will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for further information.
Note:   Some warning indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a warning lamp but do not display when you start your vehicle.
Anti-Lock Braking System
Antilock Braking System Warning Lamp  If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. You will continue to have the normal braking system (without ABS) unless the brake system warning lamp is also illuminated. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
Battery
Ignition Warning Lamp  If it illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction. Switch off all unnecessary electrical equipment and have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
Brake System
Brake System Indicator Light  Illuminates when you engage the parking brake with the ignition on.
If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking brake is not engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system checked immediately by your authorized dealer.
WARNING   WARNING:  Driving your vehicle with the warning lamp on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

Check Fuel Cap (If Equipped)
Check Fuel Cap  Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning indicator to come on.
Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Cruise Control  Illuminates when you switch this feature on.   See   Using Cruise Control. 
Direction Indicator
Direction Indicator Warning Lamp  Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard warning flasher is turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
Door Ajar
Powertrain Warning Lamp  Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely closed.
Electronic Locking Differential
Locking Differential  Illuminates when using the electronic locking differential.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp  Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool.
Engine Oil
Low Oil Pressure Warning Lamp  If it illuminates with the engine running or when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level.   See   Engine Oil Check. 
Note:   Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level being correct. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
Fasten Safety Belt
Seat Belt  It will illuminate and a chime will sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.
Front Airbag
Airbag  If it fails to illuminate when you start your vehicle, continues to flash or remains on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
High Beam
High Beam Indicator  Illuminates when you switch the high beam headlamps on. It will flash when you use the headlamp flasher.
Hill Descent (If Equipped)
Hill Decent  Illuminates when hill descent is switched on.
Low Fuel Level
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp  Illuminates when the fuel level is low or the fuel tank is nearly empty. Refuel as soon as possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Low Tire Pressure Indicator  Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lamp remains on with the engine running or when driving, check your tire pressure as soon as possible.
It will also illuminate momentarily when you switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is functional. If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at any time, have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control
Non Emission Powetrain Fault  Illuminates when a powertrain or an AWD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Service Engine Soon
Engine Warning Lamp  If the service engine soon indicator light stays illuminated after the engine is started, it indicates that the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) system has detected a malfunction of the vehicle emissions control system. Refer to On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Fuel and Refueling chapter for more information about having your vehicle serviced.   See   Emission Control System. 
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.
WARNING   WARNING:  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. Have an authorized dealer service your vehicle immediately.

The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned on prior to engine start to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing.   See   Emission Control System. 
Stability Control
Traction Control ON and OFF Button  Illuminates when the system is active. If it remains illuminated or does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, this indicates a malfunction. During a malfunction the system will switch off. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.   See   Using Stability Control. 
Stability Control Off
Stability Control System OFF  Illuminates when you switch the system off. It will go out when you switch the system back on or when you switch the ignition off.   See   Using Stability Control. 
Transmission Tow/Haul (If Equipped)
Tow Haul Icon  Illuminates when the tow/haul feature has been activated. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur.
4X2 (If Equipped)
4x2 Icon  Illuminates momentarily when two-wheel drive high is selected. If the light fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.
4X4 LOW (If Equipped)
4x4 Low Icon  Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. If the light fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.
4X4 HIGH (If Equipped)
4x4 High Icon  Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. If the light fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.
Diesel Warning Lights
If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, it has some unique warning lights; refer to your diesel supplement for detailed information on their function.
Diesel engine brake
Exhaust Gas Brake  For more information see your diesel supplement.
Diesel exhaust fluid
Diesel Exhaust Fluid  For more information see your diesel supplement.
Glow plug pre-heat
Diesel Pre-Heat Warning  For more information see your diesel supplement.
Water in fuel
Water/Moisture in Fuel System  For more information see your diesel supplement.

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