Driver Information Center (DIC)
Your vehicle may have this feature. The Driver
Information Center (DIC) display is located on the
instrument panel cluster, below the speedometer.
If your vehicle has DIC buttons, they are
located on the steering wheel. The DIC can
display information such as the trip odometer, fuel
economy, customization features, and
warning/status messages.
If your vehicle does not have DIC steering wheel
buttons, you will not have all of the features
listed. Scroll through the odometer and trip
odometer by pressing the trip odometer reset stem
located on the instrument panel cluster. Turn
off, or acknowledge, DIC messages by pressing
the trip odometer reset stem. SeeSpeedometer
and Odometer on page 199for information
on features for vehicles without DIC buttons.
3(Trip Information):Press this button to
display the odometer, trip odometers, and timer.
t(Fuel Information):Press this button to display
the current range, fuel used, average fuel
economy, and engine oil life.
4(Customization):Press this button to access
the vehicle settings menu and customize the
personal settings on your vehicle.
r(Select):Press this button to reset certain
DIC functions and set your customization settings.
Pressing any of the DIC buttons will acknowledge
DIC messages and clear them from the DIC
display.
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DIC Operation and Displays
The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. After a
short delay the DIC will display the information
that was last displayed before the engine
was turned off.
If a problem is detected, a warning message will
appear on the display. Pressing the trip stem
will acknowledge any warning or service
messages. Pressing any of the DIC steering wheel
buttons — trip information, fuel information,
customization, or select button — will also
acknowledge any warnings or service messages.
You should take any message that appears on
the display seriously and remember that clearing
the message will only make the message
disappear, not correct the problem.
The DIC has different modes which can be
accessed by pressing the four DIC buttons located
on the steering wheel. These buttons are trip
information, fuel information, customization, and
select. The button functions are detailed in
the following pages.
Trip Information Button
3
(Trip Information):Press the trip
information button to scroll through the
ODOMETER, TRIP A, TRIP B, TIRE
PRESSURES, and TIMER.
Odometer:Press the trip information button until
ODOMETER appears on the display. This
mode shows the total distance the vehicle has
been driven in either miles or kilometers. Pressing
the reset stem located on the instrument cluster
with the vehicle off will also display the odometer.
Trip A:Press the trip information button until
TRIP A appears on the display. This mode shows
the current distance traveled since the last
reset for TRIP A in either miles or kilometers.
Trip B:Press the trip information button
until TRIP B appears on the display. This mode
shows the current distance traveled since the last
reset for TRIP B in either miles or kilometers.
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To reset TRIP A or TRIP B information, press and
hold the select button for one second while in
one of the trip modes. This will reset the
information for TRIP A or TRIP B.
You can also reset the TRIP A or TRIP B while they
are displayed by pressing the reset stem on the
cluster. If you press and hold the reset stem or the
select button for more than four seconds, the
display will show the distance traveled since the last
ignition cycle for TRIP A or TRIP B.
Tire Pressures:Press the trip information button
until TIRE PRESSURES appears on the display.
This mode shows the tire pressure in pounds
per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). Press
the select button to scroll through the following
information:
LF TIRE shows the tire pressure for the front
driver’s side tire.
RF TIRE shows the tire pressure for the front
passenger’s side tire.
LR TIRE shows the tire pressure for the rear
driver’s side tire.
RR TIRE shows the tire pressure for the rear
passenger’s side tire.Timer:The DIC can be used as a timer. Press
the select button while TIMER is displayed to start
the timer. The display will show the amount of
time that has passed since the timer was
last reset, not including time the ignition is off.
Time will continue to be counted as long as
the ignition is on, even if another display is being
shown on the DIC. The timer will record up to
99 hours, 59 minutes and 59 seconds (99:59:59)
after which the display will roll back to zero.
To stop the counting of time, press the select
button brie y while TIMER is displayed.
To reset the timer to zero, press and hold the
select button while TIMER is displayed.
Fuel Information Button
t
(Fuel Information):Press the fuel information
button to scroll through the range, fuel used,
average fuel economy, and the engine oil
life system.
Fuel Range:Press the fuel information button until
RANGE appears on the display. This mode shows
the remaining distance you can drive without
refueling. It is based on fuel economy and the fuel
remaining in the fuel tank. The display will show
LOW if the fuel level is low.
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The fuel economy data used to determine fuel
range is an average of recent driving conditions.
As your driving conditions change, this data is
gradually updated. Fuel range cannot be reset.
Fuel Used:Press the fuel information button until
FUEL USED appears on the display. This mode
shows the number of gallons or liters of fuel used
since the last reset of this menu item. To reset
the fuel used information, press and hold the select
button for one second while FUEL USED is
displayed.
Average Fuel Economy:Press the fuel
information button until AVG. ECON appears on
the display. This mode shows how many miles per
gallon (MPG), liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km),
or kilometers per liter (km/L) your vehicle is
getting based on current and past driving
conditions.
Press and hold the select button for one second
while AVG. ECON is displayed to reset the
average fuel economy. Average fuel economy will
then be calculated starting from that point.
If the average fuel economy is not reset, it will be
continually updated each time you drive.Engine Oil Life System:Press the fuel
information button until ENGINE OIL LIFE appears
on the display. The engine oil life system shows
an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. It will
show 100% when the system is reset after an
oil change. It will alert you to change your oil on a
schedule consistent with your driving conditions.
Always reset the engine oil life system after an oil
change. To reset the engine oil life system, see
Engine Oil Life System on page 398.
In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring
the oil life, additional maintenance is
recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this
manual. SeeEngine Oil on page 394and
Scheduled Maintenance on page 507.
Customization Button
4
(Customization):Press the customization
button to access the VEHICLE SETTINGS menu
and customize the settings to your vehicle.
SeeDIC Vehicle Customization on page 229for
more information.
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Select Button
r
(Select):Press the select button to reset
certain DIC functions, turn off or acknowledge
messages on the DIC display, and set your
customization settings. For example, this button
will allow you to reset the trip odometers, turn
off the FUEL LEVEL LOW message, and enables
you to scroll through and select the language
in which the DIC information will appear.
DIC Warnings and Messages
Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the
driver that the status of the vehicle has changed
and that some action may be needed to correct the
condition. Multiple messages may appear one
after another.
Some messages may not require immediate
action. Press any of the DIC buttons on the
steering wheel or the trip odometer reset stem on
the instrument panel cluster to acknowledge
that you received the messages and to clear them
from the display.Some messages cannot be cleared from the
display because they are more urgent. These
messages require action before they can be
removed from the DIC display. Take any messages
that appear on the display seriously and remember
that clearing the messages will only make the
messages disappear, not correct the problem.
The following are the possible messages that can
be displayed and some information about them.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
This message displays when the engine oil needs
to be changed and service is required for your
vehicle. SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 507
andEngine Oil on page 394for more information.
Also seeEngine Oil Life System on page 398
for information on how to reset the message. This
message clears itself after 10 seconds until the
next ignition cycle.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
This message displays when the tire pressure in
one of the vehicle’s tires needs to be checked.
Press any of the DIC buttons, or the trip stem, to
acknowledge this message and clear it from
the DIC display.
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ENGINE COOLANT HOT/ENGINE
OVERHEATED
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the
engine is overheating, severe engine damage
may occur. If an overheat warning appears on
the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop
the vehicle as soon as possible. Do not increase
the engine speed above normal idling speed.
SeeEngine Overheating on page 408for more
information.
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
cooling system temperature gets hot. See
Engine Overheating on page 408for the proper
course of action. This message clears when
the coolant temperature drops to a safe operating
temperature.
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
fuel level is low in the vehicle’s fuel tank. Refuel as
soon as possible. Press any of the DIC buttons, or
the trip stem, to acknowledge this message and
clear it from the DIC display. SeeLow Fuel Warning
Light on page 217,Filling the Tank on page 385,
andFuel on page 382for more information.
ICE POSSIBLE
This message may display if the outside
temperature reaches a level where ice could form
on the roadway. If the temperature rises to a safe
level, the message clears. This message clears
itself after 10 seconds, or you can press any of the
DIC buttons, or the trip stem, to acknowledge this
message and clear it from the DIC display.
KEY FOB # BATTERY LOW
This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter battery is low. Replace the
battery in the transmitter. See “Battery
Replacement” underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 98. Press any of the
DIC buttons, or the trip stem, to acknowledge this
message and clear it from the DIC display.
LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
driver’s side rear door is not fully closed. Stop and
turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions,
and close the door again. Check to see if the
message still appears on the DIC. Press any of the
DIC buttons, or the trip stem, to acknowledge this
message and clear it from the DIC display.
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OIL PRESSURE LOW/STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while
the engine oil pressure is low, severe engine
damage may occur. If a low oil pressure
warning appears on the Driver Information
Center (DIC), stop the vehicle as soon as
possible. Do not drive the vehicle until the
cause of the low oil pressure is corrected. See
Engine Oil on page 394for more information.
This message displays if low oil pressure
levels occur. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible and do not operate it until the cause
of the low oil pressure has been corrected. Check
the oil as soon as possible and have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer. SeeEngine Oil on
page 394.
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
passenger’s door is not fully closed. Stop and
turn off the vehicle, check the door for
obstructions, and close the door again. Check to
see if the message still appears on the DIC. Press
any of the DIC buttons, or the trip stem, to
acknowledge this message and clear it from the
DIC display.
REAR ACCESS OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
liftgate or liftglass is open while the ignition is
in RUN. Turn off the vehicle and check the liftgate
and liftglass. SeeLiftgate/Liftglass on page 106.
Restart the vehicle and check for the message on
the DIC display. Press any of the DIC buttons,
or the trip stem, to acknowledge this message and
clear it from the DIC display.
RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
passenger’s side rear door is not fully closed.
Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for
obstructions, and close the door again. Check
to see if the message still appears on the
DIC. Press any of the DIC buttons, or the trip
stem, to acknowledge this message and clear it
from the DIC display.
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SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays if there is a problem with
the airbag system. Have your dealer inspect
the system for problems. SeeAirbag Readiness
Light on page 201andAirbag System on page 71
for more information. Press any of the DIC
buttons, or the trip stem, to acknowledge this
message and clear it from the DIC display.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays if a problem occurs with
the brake system. If this message appears, stop as
soon as possible and turn off the vehicle. Restart
the vehicle and check for the message on the
DIC display. If the message is still displayed, or
appears again when you begin driving, the
brake system needs service. See your dealer.
SERVICE CHARGING SYS (System)
This message displays if there is a problem with the
battery charging system. Under certain conditions,
the charging system light may also turn on in the
instrument panel cluster. SeeCharging System
Light on page 205. The battery will not be charging
at an optimal rate and the vehicle will lose the ability
to enter the fuel economy mode. The vehicle is safe
to drive, however you should have the electrical
system checked by your dealer. Press any of the
DIC buttons, or the trip stem, to acknowledge this
message and clear it from the DIC display.
SERVICE STABILITRAK
If this message displays, it means there may be a
problem with the StabiliTrak®system. If this
message appears, try to reset the system by
performing the following: stop; turn off the engine;
then start the engine again. If this message still
comes on, it means there is a problem. You should
see your dealer for service. The vehicle is safe to
drive, however, you do not have the bene t of
StabiliTrak
®, so reduce your speed and drive
accordingly. Press any of the DIC buttons, or the
trip stem, to acknowledge this message and clear it
from the DIC display.
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