Note:   Depending on your vehicle options and instrument cluster type, not all of the messages display or are 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 automatically removes other messages after a short time.
You need to confirm certain messages before you can access the menus.
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 you.  
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 you need 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.   
Alarm All Sensors Perimeter Sensing
All perimeter sensors are active.   See   Anti-Theft Alarm.   

Battery and Charging System

Message   Action  
Check Charging System
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system checked as soon as possible.  
Charging System Service Soon
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system checked as soon as possible.  
Charging System Service Now
The charging system needs servicing. Have the system checked as soon as possible.  
Battery State of Charge Low
The battery management system determines that the 12V battery is at a low state of charge. Start the engine to charge the battery or charge the battery using an aftermarket battery charger. This message clears once you restart your vehicle and the battery state of charge has recovered.  
Low Battery Features Temporarily Turned Off
The battery management system detects an extended low-voltage condition. Your vehicle disables various features to help preserve the battery. Turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible to improve system voltage. If the system voltage has recovered, the disabled features operate again as normal.  
Turn Power Off To Save Battery
The battery management system determines that the battery is at a low state of charge. Turn your ignition off as soon as possible to protect the battery. This message clears once you restart your vehicle and the battery state of charge has recovered. Turning off unnecessary electrical loads allow faster battery state-of-charge recovery.  

Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System

Message   Action  
Blindspot System Fault
A fault with the system has occurred. Have the system checked as soon as possible.  
Blindspot Not Available Sensor Blocked See Manual
The system sensors are blocked.   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. Have the system checked as soon as possible.  

Doors and Locks

Message   Action  
Driver Door Ajar
The driver door is not completely closed.  
Passenger Door Ajar
The passenger door 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.  

Drive Control

Message   Action  
Drive Mode Not Available
Indicates that one or more of the conditions required to change drive modes has a fault. If issues persist see your authorized dealer.  

Electronic Stability Control

Message   Action  
Service AdvanceTrac
The system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor.  
AdvanceTrac Off
The status of the system after you switch it off.  
AdvanceTrac On
The status of the system after you switch it on.  
AdvanceTrac SPORT MODE
The system is in sport mode.  

Engine

Message   Action  
Power Reduced to Lower Engine Temp
The engine is overheating and the power has been reduced to assist in lowering the temperature. Stop in a safe place as soon as it is possible.  

Exhaust Mode

Message   Action  
For Track Use See Manual   Indicates that the exhaust state selected, through the menu or drive mode selection, is for use on the track and may not comply with local noise regulations. Only on vehicles with active exhaust.  

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.  

Hill Start Assist

Message   Action  
Hill Start Assist Not Available
Hill start assist is not available. Have the system checked.   See   Hill Start Assist.   

Keys and Passive Key

Message   Action  
To START Press Brake
A reminder to press the brake while starting the vehicle.  
To START Press Clutch
A reminder to depress the clutch pedal on manual transmission 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 passive key inside your vehicle.  
Accessory Power is Active
Your vehicle is in the accessory 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 a passive key to the system.  
Key Program Failure
You have failed to program a passive 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
Inform the driver that they are exiting the vehicle and the engine is on.  

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, have the system checked as soon as possible.  
Change Engine Oil Soon
The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less.  
Oil Change Required
The oil life left is at 0%.  
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.Have the system checked.  
Transport Mode Contact Dealer
Indicates that your vehicle is still in Transport mode. This may not allow some features to operate properly. Have the system checked.  
Factory Mode Contact Dealer
Indicates that your vehicle is still in Factory mode. This may not allow some features to operate properly. Have the system checked.  
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 and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).  
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.  

Park Aid

Message   Action  
Check Rear Park Aid
 Displays when the system requires service, have the system checked as soon as possible.   See   Rear Parking Aid.   
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 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after you have released the parking brake, have the system checked.  

Pre-Collision Assist

Message   Action  
Pre-Collision Assist Not Available Sensor Blocked
You have a blocked sensor due to inclement weather, ice, mud or water in front of the radar sensor. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve.  
Pre-Collision Assist Not Available
A fault with the system has occurred. Have the system checked as soon as possible.  

Rear Axle

Message   Action  
Axle Over Temperature Reduce Speed
 This message appears when the oil temperature in the rear differential exceeds a safe limit. Reduce speed to allow the oil temperature to return to normal levels.  

Remote Start

Message   Action  
To Drive: Press Brake and Start Button
A reminder to apply the brake and push the start button to drive your vehicle after a remote start.  
To Drive: Press Start Button
A reminder to push the start button to drive your vehicle after a remote start.  

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.  
To START Press Clutch
A reminder to apply the clutch 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.  

Steering System

Message   Action  
Steering Fault 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.Have the system checked.  
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. Have the system checked.  
Steering Lock Malfunction Service Now
The steering lock system has detected a condition that requires service. Have the system checked.  
Steering Column Lock Remove and re-insert key while turning wheel to unlock
You need to turn your steering wheel while start your vehicle to unlock your steering column.  

Suspension System

Message   Action  
Suspension Fault Speed Limited to XX MPH/km/h   Displays if the adaptive damping system detects a condition that requires service. Your vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph (130 km/h). Have your vehicle serviced soon.  

Tire Mobility Kit

Message   Action  
Service Tire Mobility Kit
This message appears when the tire sealing compound in the Temporary Mobility Kit expires and you need to replace it. When you replace the sealing compound you can reset any warning messages through your settings menu.   See   General Information.   

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, have the system checked.   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, have the system checked as soon as possible.  

Traction Control

Message   Action  
Traction Control Off
The status of the system after you switched it off.  
Traction Control On
The status of the system after you switched it on.  
Spinout Detected Hazards Activated
The system detects a spinout and turns on the hazard flashers.  

Transmission

Message   Action  
Transmission Malfunction Service Now
Have the system checked.  
Transmission Service Required
Have the system checked.  
Transmission Not in Park
A reminder to shift into park.  

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