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Information Messages
Note:
Depending on your vehicle options and instrument cluster type, not all of the messages will display or be available. The information display may abbreviate or shorten certain messages.
Press the OK button to acknowledge and remove some messages from the information display. The information display will automatically remove other messages after a short time.
You need to confirm certain messages before you can access the menus.
Active Park
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Active Park Fault | The system requires service due to a malfunction. Contact an authorized dealer. | |
Adaptive Cruise Control
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Adaptive Cruise Malfunction | A radar malfunction is preventing the adaptive cruise control from engaging. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control. | |
Adaptive Cruise Not Available | A condition exists such that the adaptive cruise cannot function properly. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control. | |
Adaptive Cruise Not Available Sensor Blocked See Manual | You have a blocked sensor due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in front of the radar sensor. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control. | |
Normal Cruise Active Automatic Braking Turned Off | The system has disabled the automatic braking. | |
Front Sensor Not Aligned | A radar malfunction is preventing the adaptive cruise control from engaging. | |
Adaptive Cruise - Driver Resume Control | The adaptive cruise has reinstated controls to the driver. | |
Adaptive Cruise Speed Too Low to Activate | Your vehicle speed is too slow to activate the adaptive cruise. | |
Adaptive Cruise Shift Down | The adaptive cruise is automatically adjusting the gap distance and the driver needs to shift the transmission into a lower gear. | |
Airbag
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Occupant Sensor BLOCKED Remove Objects Near Passenger Seat | The system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor. Remove blockage. | |
Alarm
| Message | Action |
|---|---|
Vehicle Alarm To Stop Alarm, Start Vehicle. | Alarm triggered due to unauthorized entry. See Anti-Theft Alarm - Vehicles With: Perimeter Alarm. |
Alarm malfunction Service required | The system requires service due to a malfunction. Contact an authorized dealer. |
All-Wheel Drive
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
AWD Temporarily Disabled | The all-wheel drive system temporarily turns off to protect itself from overheating. | |
AWD OFF | The all-wheel drive system temporarily turns off to protect itself from overheating or if you are using the temporary spare tire. | |
AWD Restored | The all-wheel drive system will resume normal function and clear this message after driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed or after the system cools. | |
AWD Malfunction Service Required | The all-wheel drive system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer. | |
Automatic Engine Shutdown
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Engine Shuts Off In {seconds to shut off:#0} Seconds | The engine is getting ready to shut off. | |
Engine Shut Off For Fuel Economy | The engine has shut off to help increase fuel economy. | |
Engine Shuts Off in {seconds to shut off:#0} Seconds Press Ok to Override | The engine is getting ready to shut off. You can press OK on the left steering wheel button to override the shut down. | |
Automatic High Beam Control
| Message | Action |
|---|---|
Front Camera Low Visibility Clean Screen | The front camera sensor has reduced visibility. Clean the windshield. |
Front Camera Malfunction Service Required | The system requires service due to a malfunction. Contact an authorized dealer. |
Front Camera Temporarily Not Available | The front camera sensor has malfunctioned. Wait a short period of time for the sensor to cool down. |
Auto Start-Stop
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Auto StartStop Press Brake to Start Engine | The engine needs to be restarted, press the brake pedal to start. | |
Auto StartStop Press Clutch to Start Engine | The engine needs to be restarted, press the clutch pedal to start. | |
Auto StartStop Press a Pedal to Start Engine | The engine needs to be restarted, press any pedal to start. | |
Auto StartStop Select Neutral To Start Engine | Select neutral for the system to restart the engine. | |
Auto StartStop Shift to P, then Restart Engine | Select park for the system to restart the engine. | |
Auto StartStop Manual Restart Required | The system is not functioning. A manual restart is required. | |
Auto StartStop Not Available | Conditions are not met for the Auto StartStop system to function properly. | |
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Blindspot System Fault | A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. | |
Blindspot Not Available Sensor Blocked See Manual | The system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Information System. | |
| Cross Traffic Vehicle Coming From X | The system detects a vehicle. See Blind Spot Information System. | |
Cross Traffic Not Available Sensor Blocked See Manual | The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Information System. | |
Cross Traffic System Fault | A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer. | |
Climate Control
| Message | Action |
|---|---|
| Auxiliary Heater On | The system is on. See Climate Control. |
| Auxiliary Heater Off | The system is off. See Climate Control. |
Diesel Engine
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Engine Warming Please Wait {seconds:00} sec | In extremely cold weather, typically below -26 °C (-15 °F) and if the engine block heater is not utilized, your engine will not respond to accelerator pedal movement for 30 seconds. This restriction allows your engine to circulate the oil properly in order to avoid engine damage. | |
Water in Fuel Drain Filter | The water separator has reached a predetermined capacity and needs draining. | |
Fuel Pressure Low | A low fuel pressure condition has occurred due to cold, low fuel level or fuel filters need to be changed. | |
Oil Level Low Add Oil | A low oil level condition has occurred with the oil minder system. Check your engine oil level. If the problem persists, see an authorized dealer. | |
Doors and Locks
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Driver Door Ajar | The door listed is not completely closed. | |
Passenger Door Ajar | The door listed is not completely closed. | |
Rear Left Door Ajar | The door listed is not completely closed. | |
Rear Right Door Ajar | The door listed is not completely closed. | |
Liftgate Ajar | The door listed is not completely closed. | |
Trunk Ajar | The trunk is not completely closed. | |
Hood Ajar | The hood is not completely closed. | |
Switches Inhibited Security Mode | The system has disabled the door switches. | |
Child Lock Malfunction Service Required | Displays if the system detects a fault. Switch the child lock back on or off by pressing the switch twice. If the problem persists, contact a qualified technician for service. | |
Driver Alert
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Driver Alert Warning Rest Now | Stop and rest as soon as it is safe to do so. | |
Driver Alert Warning Rest Suggested | Take a rest soon. | |
Electronic Stability Control
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Service AdvanceTrac | The system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor. | |
AdvanceTrac Off | The traction control system status. | |
AdvanceTrac On | The traction control system status. | |
AdvanceTrac SPORT MODE | The traction control system status. | |
Engine
| Message | Action |
|---|---|
| High engine temperature Stop safely | Displays when the engine temperature is too high. Stop your vehicle in a safe place and allow the engine to cool. If the problem persists, see an authorized dealer. See Engine Coolant Check. |
| Engine fault Service now | Engine service is required. See an authorized dealer. |
| Water detected in fuel Service required | Displays when water is detected in the fuel. See an authorized dealer. |
| Engine oil level low Check level | Check the engine oil level See Engine Oil Check. |
Fuel
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Fuel Level Low | An early reminder of a low fuel condition. | |
Check Fuel Fill Inlet | The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed. | |
Fuel Door Opening | Wait for up to 15 seconds while the fuel system depressurizes. | |
Fuel Door Open | The fuel system has finished depressurizing and you can begin to refuel. | |
Close Fuel Door | A reminder to close the fuel door. | |
Refuel Error See Manual | There is an error in attempting to refill your vehicle. | |
Hill Start Assist
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Hill Start Assist Not Available | Hill start assist is not available. Contact an authorized dealer. | |
Keys and Keyless Entry
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
To START Press Brake | A reminder to press the brake while starting the vehicle. | |
No Key Detected | The system does not detect a key in your vehicle. See Keyless Starting . | |
Restart Now or Key is Needed | You pressed the start/stop button to switch off the engine and your vehicle does not detect your intelligent access key inside your vehicle. | |
| Run Power Active | Your vehicle is in the run ignition state. | |
Starting System Fault | There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. See an authorized dealer for service. | |
Key Program Successful | You have successfully programmed an intelligent access key to the system. | |
Key Program Failure | You have failed to program an intelligent access key to the system. | |
Max Number of Keys Learned | You have programmed the maximum number of keys to the system. | |
Not Enough Keys Learned | You have not programmed enough keys to the system. | |
Key Battery Low Replace Soon | The key battery is low. Change the battery as soon as possible. | |
Engine ON | Informs you that they you are exiting your vehicle and the engine is on. | |
Lane Keeping System
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Lane Keeping Sys. Malfunction Service Required | The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. | |
Front Camera Temporarily Not Available | The system has detected a condition that has caused the system to be temporarily unavailable. | |
Front Camera Low Visibility Clean Screen | The front camera sensor has reduced visibility. Clean the windshield. | |
Front Camera Malfunction Service Required | The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. | |
Keep Hands on Steering Wheel | The system requests you to keep your hands on the steering wheel. | |
Maintenance
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Low Engine Oil Pressure | Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact an authorized dealer. | |
Change Engine Oil Soon | The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. See Engine Oil Check. | |
Oil Change Required | The oil life left is at 0%. See Engine Oil Check. | |
Brake Fluid Level Low | The brake fluid level is low, inspected the brake system immediately. See Brake Fluid Check. | |
Check Brake System | The brake system needs servicing. Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer. | |
Engine Coolant Over Temperature | The engine coolant temperature is excessively high. | |
Power Reduced to Lower Engine Temp | The engine has reduced power to help reduce high engine temperature. | |
| Transport / Factory Mode | Your vehicle is still in Transport or Factory mode. This may not allow some features to operate properly. Contact an authorized dealer. | |
See Manual | The powertrain needs service due to a powertrain malfunction. | |
MyKey
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
MyKey not Created | You cannot program a MyKey. | |
MyKey Active Drive Safely | MyKey is active. | |
| Speed Limited to XX MPH/km/h | When switching on your vehicle and MyKey is in use, displays that the MyKey speed limit is on. | |
Near Vehicle Top Speed | MyKey is in use, the MyKey speed limit is on and your vehicle speed is approaching 130 km/h (80 mph). | |
Vehicle at Top Speed of MyKey Setting | You have reached the speed limit set for your MyKey. | |
Check Speed Drive Safely | You have an active MyKey with a programmed set speed limit. | |
Buckle Up to Unmute Audio | Belt-Minder turns on with a MyKey in use. | |
AdvanceTrac On - MyKey Setting | With a MyKey in use, AdvanceTrac turns on. | |
Traction Control On - MyKey Setting | With a MyKey in use, traction control turns on. | |
MyKey Park Aid Cannot be Deactivated | With a MyKey in use, park aid is always on. | |
Lane Keeping Alert On MyKey Setting | With a MyKey in use, lane keeping alert turns on. | |
Park Aid
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Check Front Park Aid | The system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact an authorized dealer. See Principle of Operation. | |
Check Rear Park Aid | The system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact an authorized dealer. See Principle of Operation. | |
Front Park Aid On Off | Displays the park aid status. | |
Rear Park Aid On Off | Displays the park aid status. | |
Park Brake
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Park Brake Engaged | You have set the parking brake and you have driven the vehicle more than 5 km/h (3 mph). If the warning stays on after you have released the parking brake, contact an authorized dealer. | |
Park Brake Malfunction Service Now | The electric parking brake system has detected a condition that requires service. See an authorized dealer. | |
Park Brake Not Applied | The electric parking brake is not set. | |
Park Brake Maintenance Mode | The electric parking brake is running a diagnostic check. | |
Park Brake Use Switch to Release | The electric parking brake is set but you have not released it. | |
To Release: Press Brake and Switch | The electric parking brake is set but you have not released it and your vehicle is moving. | |
Park Brake Limited Function Service Required | The electric park brake system has detected a condition that requires service. See an authorized dealer. | |
Park Brake System Overheated | You have not released the electric parking brake causing it to overheat. | |
Park Brake Not Released | The electric parking brake is set and you have started your vehicle. | |
Park Brake Applied | The electric parking brake is set. | |
Park Brake Released | You have released the electric parking brake. | |
Power Steering
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Steering Lock Malfunction Service Now | The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. See an authorized dealer. | |
Steering Loss Stop Safely | The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer. | |
Steering Assist Fault Service Required | The power steering system has detected a condition within the power steering system or passive entry or passive start system requires service. Contact an authorized dealer. | |
Pre-Collision Warning System
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Collision Warning Malfunction | A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer. | |
Collision Warning Not Available Sensor Blocked See Manual | You have a blocked sensor due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in front of the radar sensor. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See Pre-Collision Assist. | |
Collision Warning Not Available | A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer. | |
Seats
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Memory Recall Not Permitted While Driving | A reminder that memory seats are not available while driving. | |
Memory {0} Saved | Shows where you have saved your memory setting. | |
Starting System
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
To START Press Brake | A reminder to apply the brake when starting your vehicle. | |
Cranking Time Exceeded | The starter has exceeded its cranking time in attempting to start your vehicle. | |
Engine Start Pending Please Wait | The starter is attempting to start your vehicle. | |
Pending Start Cancelled | The system has cancelled the pending start. | |
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Tire Pressure Low | One or more tires on your vehicle has low tire pressure. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System. | |
Tire Pressure Monitor Fault | The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System. | |
Tire Pressure Sensor Fault | A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning or your spare tire is in use. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer. | |
Towing
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Trailer Sway Reduce Speed | Your trailer sway control has detected trailer sway so you need to reduce your speed. | |
Tow Bar Unlocked Towing Prohibited See Manual | Swivel the tow ball arm again. If the message remains on, contact an authorized dealer. See Tow Ball. | |
Tow Bar Fault Towing Prohibited Service Required | See an authorized dealer. | |
Tow Bar Not Activated Start Engine and Retry | The vehicle battery may not have a full charge. Start the engine, and then swivel the tow ball arm. If the message remains on, contact an authorized dealer. See Tow Ball. | |
Tow Bar Extended Check Trailer Wiring | Check the trailer wiring for any concerns. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer. | |
Traction Control
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Traction Control Off | The status of the traction control system. See Using Traction Control. | |
Traction Control On | The status of the traction control system. See Using Traction Control. | |
Spinout Detected Hazards Activated | A spinout has occurred and the hazards are on. | |
Transmission
| Message | Action | |
|---|---|---|
Transmission Malfunction Service Now | See an authorized dealer. | |
Transmission Over Temperature Stop Safely | The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as possible. | |
Transmission Overheating Stop Safely | The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as possible. | |
Transmission Service Required | See an authorized dealer. | |
Transmission Too Hot Press Brake | The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as possible. | |
Transmission Limited Function See Manual | The transmission has limited functionality. See an authorized dealer. | |
Transmission Warming Up Please Wait | The transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before you drive. | |
Transmission Not in Park | A reminder to shift into park. | |
Press Brake Pedal | A request for you to apply the brake as needed by the transmission. | |
Transmission Adjusted | The transmission has adjusted the shift strategy. | |
Transmission AdaptMode | The transmission is adjusting the shift strategy. | |
Transmission IndicatMode Lockup On | The transmission is locked and unable to select gears. | |
Transmission IndicatMode Lockup Off | The transmission is unlocked and free to select gears. | |
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