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Warning Lamps and Indicators
If it illuminates when the engine is running, this indicates a concern. The On-Board Diagnostics system has detected a condition that requires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Flashes during operation.
The following warning lamps and indicators alert you to a vehicle condition that could become serious. Some lamps 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 operate the same as a warning lamp but do not illuminate when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switch the system on. It illuminates white when the system is in standby mode. It illuminates green when you set the adaptive cruise speed. |
Airbag Warning Lamp
If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, continues to flash or remains on when the engine is running, this indicates a malfunction. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. |
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. Your vehicle continues to have normal braking without the anti-lock brake system function. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. |
Automatic Headlamp High Beam Indicator
It illuminates when the system turns the headlamp high beam on. |
Auto-Start-Stop Indicator
It illuminates when the engine has automatically stopped. It flashes to inform you when the engine needs to restart. The indicator is shown with a strikethrough if the system is not available.See
Auto-Start-Stop.
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Battery
If it illuminates when driving, it indicates a condition that requires service. Switch off all unnecessary electrical equipment and have the system checked immediately. |
Blind Spot Information System Indicator
It illuminates when you switch the system off. |
Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING:
Driving your vehicle with the warning lamp on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It may take you longer to stop your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury. |
It illuminates when you engage the parking brake and the ignition is on. If it illuminates when your vehicle is moving, make sure the parking brake is disengaged. If the parking brake is disengaged, this indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system fault. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. |
Cruise Control Indicator
It illuminates when you switch the system on. |
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when you switch on the left or right direction indicator or the hazard flashers. Flashes during operation. An increase in the rate of flashing warns of a failed indicator bulb. |
Door Ajar Warning Lamp
Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely closed. |
Electric Park Brake
Illuminates or flashes when the electric parking brake has a condition that requires service. See
Electric Parking Brake.
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Electronic Limited Slip Differential (If Equipped)
Illuminated when using the locking function of the electronic limited slip differential. |
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when your vehicle is moving, this indicates that the engine is overheating. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. |
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp
It illuminates and a tone sounds until you fasten the seatbelts. |
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators (If Equipped)
Illuminates momentarily when you select two-wheel drive high. | 
Illuminates when the automatic four-wheel drive system is engaged. |
Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. | 
Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. |
Note:
Some indicators will appear different depending on vehicle options.
Front Fog Lamp Indicator
It illuminates when you switch the front fog lamps on. |
Headlamp High Beam Indicator
It illuminates when you switch the headlamp high beam on. |
Hill Descent (If Equipped)
Illuminates when hill descent is switched on. |
Hood Ajar
Displays when the ignition is on and the hood is not completely closed. |
Liftgate Ajar Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switch the ignition on and remains on if the liftgate is open. |
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you are driving, refuel as soon as possible. |
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp
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 also illuminates 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 as soon as possible. |
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switch the ignition on.If it illuminates when the engine is running this indicates a condition that requires service. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level.If the oil level is sufficient, this indicates a condition that requires service. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. See
Engine Oil Check.
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Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control
Illuminates when the powertrain or the four-wheel drive system has detected a condition that requires service. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. |
Service Engine Soon
If it illuminates when the engine is running, this indicates a concern. The On-Board Diagnostics system has detected a condition that requires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible.Increased exhaust gas temperatures could damage the catalytic converter or other vehicle components. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle immediately serviced.If it flashes, engine misfire could be occurring.
It illuminates when you switch the ignition on prior to engine start to check the bulb and to indicate whether your vehicle is ready for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the engine is cranked and automatically turns off if no concerns are present. However, if after 15 seconds it flashes eight times, this indicates that your vehicle is not ready for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
See
Catalytic Converter.
Stability Control and Traction Control Indicator
Flashes during operation.If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, or remains on when the engine is running, this indicates a concern. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Note:
The system turns off if there is a concern.
Stability Control and Traction Control Off Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switch the system off. |
Tow Haul Indicator
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. |
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