2009 BUICK LACROSSE ignition

This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE ABS SYSTEM
This message displays when the Antilock Brake System
(ABS) is not functioning properly. Have the brake system
serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.
The antilock brake system warning light also appears on
the instrument panel cluster when this message appears
on the DIC. SeeAntilock Brake System (ABS) Warning
Light on page 3-36.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
ON/RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays when a problem with the
brake system has been detected. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.
The brake system warning light also appears on the
instrument panel cluster when this message appears on
the DIC. SeeBrake System Warning Light on page 3-35.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
ON/RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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SERVICE PARK LAMPS
This message displays when there is a problem with the
park lamps. Check to see if the park lamp fuse is blown
and replace the fuse if necessary. SeeFuses and Circuit
Breakers on page 5-99andInstrument Panel Fuse Block
on page 5-100for more information. If changing the fuse
does not correct the problem, see your dealer/retailer.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
ON/RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message displays if
there has been a problem detected with StabiliTrak.
A warning light also appears on the instrument panel
cluster. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) Warning
Light on page 3-37. SeeStabiliTrak
®System on
page 4-6for more information.
If this message turns on while you are driving, pull off
the road as soon as possible and stop carefully. Try
resetting the system by turning the ignition off and then
back on. If this message still stays on or turns back on
again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service.
Have the StabiliTrak System inspected by your dealer/
retailer as soon as possible.
This message displays only while the ignition is in
ON/RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem with
the theft-deterrent system programmed in the key. A fault
has been detected in the system which means that the
system is disabled and it is not protecting the vehicle.
The vehicle usually restarts; however, you may want to
take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer before turning off
the engine. SeePASS-Key
®III Electronic Immobilizer
Operation on page 2-19for more information.
This message displays and a chime sounds only while
the ignition is in ON/RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons
to acknowledge this message and to clear it from the
screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS), this message displays if a part
on the TPMS is not working properly. The tire pressure
light also ashes and then remains on during the same
ignition cycle. SeeTire Pressure Light on page 3-39.
Several conditions may cause this message to appear.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5-64for
more information. If the warning comes on and stays
on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. See your
dealer/retailer.
This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN.
Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this
message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM
This message displays when the traction system is not
functioning properly. A warning light also appears on the
instrument panel cluster. SeeTraction Control System
(TCS) Warning Light on page 3-37. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 4-7orEnhanced Traction System
(ETS) on page 4-8for more information. Have the system
serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.
This message displays only while the ignition is in
ON/RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE VARIABLE EFFORT
STEERING
If your vehicle has variable effort steering, this message
displays when if this system is not functioning properly.
SeeSteering on page 4-10for more information.
Have the system serviced by your dealer/retailer
as soon as possible.This message displays only while the ignition is in
ON/RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays when a non-emissions related
malfunction occurs. Have the vehicle serviced by
your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.
This message displays only while the ignition is in
ON/RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message displays
when StabiliTrak is actively assisting you with directional
control of the vehicle. Slippery road conditions may exist
when this message is displayed, so adjust your driving
accordingly. SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 4-6.
This message displays only while the ignition is in
ON/RUN. This message stays on until road conditions
change and StabiliTrak is not active.
This message cannot be acknowledged and cleared
from the screen.
STABILITY CONTROL OFF
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message displays
any time the system turns off. When this message has
been displayed, StabiliTrak is no longer available to
assist you with directional control of the vehicle. Adjust
your driving accordingly. SeeStabiliTrak
®System
on page 4-6.This message displays only while the ignition is in
ON/RUN.
Any of the following conditions may cause the
StabiliTrak system to turn off:
The system is turned off by pressing and holding
the traction control button for ve seconds.
SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 4-6.
The battery is low.
There is a StabiliTrak system failure. See your
dealer/retailer for service.
STARTING DISABLED
This message displays if the starting of the engine is
disabled due to the electronic throttle control system
or vehicle theft-deterrent system. Have your vehicle
serviced by your dealer/retailer immediately.
This message only appears while the ignition is in
ON/RUN and will not disappear until the problem is
resolved.
This message cannot be acknowledged.
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TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE
This message displays when the traction system
is on. Slippery road conditions may exist if this message
is displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly. See
Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-7orEnhanced
Traction System (ETS) on page 4-8for more information.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
ON/RUN and will not disappear until driving conditions
change and the system is no longer active.
This message cannot be acknowledged or cleared from
the screen.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when the traction system turns
off. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on page 4-7
orEnhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 4-8
for more information.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
ON/RUN and disappears after two seconds.Any of the following conditions may cause the system to
turn off:
The system is turned off by pressing the traction
control button located on the center of the instrument
panel. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on
page 4-7orEnhanced Traction System (ETS)
on page 4-8.
The battery is low.
There is a system failure. See your dealer/retailer for
service.
TRUNK AJAR
This message displays when the trunk is not closed
completely. Make sure that the trunk is closed
completely. SeeTrunk on page 2-12.
This message displays while the ignition is in ON/RUN.
A chime sounds when the gear position is shifted out of
P (Park). Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two 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 re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays as a reminder to turn off the
turn signal if you drive your vehicle for more than about
0.75 mile (1.2 km) with a turn signal on. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
This message displays and a chime sounds only when
the ignition is in ON/RUN. This message clears from
the DIC if the turn signal is manually turned off, a turn
is completed, or the message is acknowledged.
DIC Vehicle Personalization
Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that
allow you to program certain features to one preferred
setting. Customization features can only be programmed
to one setting on the vehicle and cannot be programmed
to a preferred setting for two different drivers. The
customization features include the following:
Exterior lighting delay
Interior lighting delay
Delayed locking
Content theft
Remote keyless entry feedback
Remote startYour vehicle may also have personalization capabilities
that allow you to program certain features to a preferred
setting for up to two drivers. The rst personalized key
corresponds to driver 1 and the second personalized key
corresponds to driver 2. The personalization features
include the following:
Radio station presets
Auto door unlock preferences
Remote keyless entry unlock preferences
All of the customization and personalization options
may not be available on your vehicle. Only the options
available will be displayed on the DIC.
The default settings for the customization and
personalization features were set when your vehicle
left the factory, but may have been changed from their
default state since then.
The customization preferences are automatically
recalled.
The driver’s personalization preferences are recalled by
using the key programmed for driver 1 or 2.
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To change customization and personalization
preferences, use the following procedure:
Entering the Personal Program Menu
1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in
P (Park).
To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is
recommended that the headlamps are turned off.
2. Press the option button until PERSONAL
PROGRAM displays.
If the vehicle is not in P (Park), PERSONAL
PROGRAM ONLY IN PARK will display.
If the vehicle is not able to enter the personal
program menu, PERSONAL PROGRAM NOT
AVAILABLE will display.
3. Press the set/reset button to begin.
4. The DIC will then display an instruction screen.
Press the option button to display the features
that are available to program.
Press the set/reset button to change the setting of
each feature.
Customization Menu Items
The following are customization features that allow you
to program settings to the vehicle:
FACTORY DEFAULTS
This feature allows you to set all of the customization
and personalization features back to their factory default
settings.
Press the option button until FACTORY DEFAULTS
appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button
to scroll through the following settings:
NO (default):The customization and personalization
features will not be set to their factory default settings.
YES:The customization and personalization features
will be set to their factory default settings.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the option button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
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