2005 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX display

This message will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display for three seconds if the message has
been acknowledged, but the condition still exists
when the engine is turned off.
The message will re-appear when the engine is turned
on and the condition still exists.
KEY IN IGNITION
This warning message comes on and a chime will sound
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 will disappear and the chiming will stop
when the key is removed from the ignition.
LEFT FRONT TURN LAMP OUT
This warning message comes on when the left front
turn signal lamp needs to be replaced. SeeTaillamps,
Turn Signal, and Stoplamps on page 5-54for
replacement procedures.
This message will display while the ignition is in RUN.
A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.
LEFT REAR TURN LAMP OUT
This warning message comes on when the left rear turn
signal lamp needs to be replaced. SeeTaillamps,
Turn Signal, and Stoplamps on page 5-54for
replacement procedures.
This message will display while the ignition is in RUN.
A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.
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LOW BRAKE FLUID
This symbol comes on with
the LOW BRAKE FLUID
warning message.
This warning message will appear when the brake uid
level is low. Fill the brake master cylinder to the proper
level. SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-12
for the location of the brake master cylinder reservoir.
Also, seeBrakes on page 5-40for proper uid level.
The brake light will also appear on the instrument panel
cluster when this message appears on the DIC.
This message will display only while the ignition is in
RUN. A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear when
the engine is turned on.LOW FUEL
This symbol comes on with
the LOW FUEL warning
message.
This warning message will appear when the vehicle is
low on fuel. Rell the fuel tank as soon as possible.
This message will display while the ignition is in RUN.
A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.
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LOW OIL LEVEL
This symbol comes on
with the LOW OIL LEVEL
warning message.
This warning message appears when the vehicle’s
engine oil is low. Fill the oil to the proper level as soon
as possible. SeeEngine Compartment Overview on
page 5-12for engine oil ll location. Also, seeEngine Oil
on page 5-14for information on the kind of oil to use
and proper oil level. SeeSupercharger Oil on page 5-19
if the vehicle has a supercharged engine for information
on the kind of oil to use and proper oil level.
This message will display while the ignition is in RUN.
A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
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. SeeEngine Oil
on page 5-14for more information.
This symbol comes on with
the LOW OIL PRESSURE
warning message.
This warning message will appear when the vehicle’s
engine oil pressure is low. The low oil pressure warning
light will also appear on the instrument panel.
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Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage can
result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. Have
the vehicle serviced by your GM dealer as soon as
possible when this warning message is displayed.
This message will display only while the ignition is in
RUN. A chime will sound continuously when this
message is displayed. Press the set/reset button to
acknowledge this message and to clear it from
the screen.
This message will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.LOW WASHER FLUID
This symbol comes on with
the LOW WASHER FLUID
warning message.
This warning message appears when the windshield
washer uid is low. Fill the windshield washer reservoir
as soon as possible. SeeEngine Compartment
Overview on page 5-12for location of the windshield
washer reservoir. Also, seeWindshield Washer Fluid on
page 5-39for more information.
This message will display only while the ignition is in
RUN. A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.
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PARKING BRAKE ON
This symbol comes on with
the PARKING BRAKE ON
warning message.
This warning message appears to alert the driver
when the vehicle’s parking brake is on, the ignition
is in RUN, and the vehicle speed is greater than
5 mph (8 km/h). SeeParking Brake on page 2-30for
more information.
The brake light will also appear on the instrument panel
cluster when this message appears on the DIC.
A chime will sound 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 will continue to display for three seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine is
turned off. It will also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.
PARK LAMPS ON
This warning message will come on to alert the driver
when the parking lamps are on, the ignition is in
OFF, and the key is removed. A chime will sound
continuously while this message is displayed. This
message cannot be acknowledged.
READING LAMP ON
This warning message will come on to alert the driver
that the reading lamps are on and the ignition is in OFF.
A chime will sound for two seconds while this message
is displayed. This message cannot be acknowledged.
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REDUCED ENGINE POWER
This symbol comes on with
the REDUCED ENGINE
POWER warning message.
This warning message appears when the vehicle’s
engine power is reduced. This happens when driving
conditions, such as climbing a steep hill, make the
transaxle overwork in a gear that may cause damage
to the vehicle’s engine or transaxle. Reduced engine
power can affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate.
This message will display only when the ignition is in
RUN. A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.
REMOTE START ACTIVE PRESS
HAZARD SWITCH TO CANCEL
This warning message will come on when a remote
start is initiated. If you would like to cancel the remote
start, turn on the hazard warning ashers. See
Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-5.
REMOTE START DISABLED
This warning message will come on if a remote start
attempt is unsuccessful. This may be caused by any of
the following conditions:
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.
See “REMOTE START” underDIC Controls and
Displays (Base Level DIC) on page 3-49orDIC Controls
and Displays (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) on
page 3-57and “Remote Vehicle Start” underRemote
Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2-5for
more information.
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RIGHT FRONT TURN LAMP OUT
This warning message will come on when the vehicle’s
right front turn signal needs to be replaced. See
Front Turn Signal, Parking and Fog Lamps on page 5-53
for bulb replacement procedures.
This message will display only while the ignition is in
RUN. A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.
RIGHT REAR TURN LAMP OUT
This warning message will come on when the vehicle’s
right rear turn signal needs to be replaced. See
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps on page 5-54for
bulb replacement procedures.
This message will display only while the ignition is in
RUN. A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.
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SERVICE ABS SYSTEM
This symbol comes on
with the SERVICE ABS
SYSTEM warning
message.
If the vehicle has the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS),
this warning message will appear when the vehicle’s
brakes are not functioning properly. Have the brake
system serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible.
This message will display only while the ignition is in
RUN. A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This symbol comes on with
the SERVICE BRAKE
SYSTEM warning
message.
This warning message will appear when the vehicle’s
brakes are not functioning properly. Have the brake
system serviced by your GM dealer as soon as possible.
This message will display only while the ignition is in
RUN. A chime will sound 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 will continue to display if it has not been
acknowledged when the engine is turned off. It will
also re-display 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 will re-appear
when the engine is turned on.
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