Inst Panel/TPMS/Cruise/Compass
Temperature
GaugeMessage in the Information Display
Check Fuel Cap: Fuel cap is missing or not
properly tightened. Check that the fuel cap
is installed and tightened at least one click.
Temperature Gauge: If the pointer is in the
red zone, turn off the engine immediately, or
as soon as safely possible*.
Instrument Panel Indicators
Indicators should go out shortly after
starting the engine. If an indicator stays on
or comes on while driving, follow the
instructions in the description.
• Red indicators are critical and require immediate attention.
• Amber indicators are urgent and require attention as soon as possible.
• Blue and green indicators are used for general information.
Charging system indicator:
Battery is not being charged; see
dealer as soon as possible.
Low oil pressure indicator: Low
oil pressure; turn the engine off as
soon as safely possible.
Security system indicator: Blinks
when the security system is armed.
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator:
SRS malfunction; see dealer as soon as
possible.*
Seat belt reminder light: Fasten seat belts.
Parking brake and brake system indicator:
Parking brake on, low brake fluid level.
Door and trunk open monitor: Comes on if the
trunk lid is left open. Will go out after about 3
minutes, even if the lid is not closed.
Malfunction indicator lamp (CHECK engine
light): Engine or emissions system malfunction;
have dealer inspect the vehicle.
Maintenance minder indicator: A scheduled
maintenance is due; stays on if maintenance is
past due.
Fuel gauge/low fuel indicator
Note: It is important to see the Instruments and Controls section in the\
owner’s manual.
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Immobilizer system indicator:
Flashes if an improperly coded key is
used in the ignition switch.
Cruise main indicator: Cruise
control is on and is waiting to be set.
Cruise control indicator: Cruise
control is set.
Lights on indicator: Indicates
parking lights or headlights are on.
ECO indicator (V6 models with
automatic transmission): Comes on
when the engine is performing at its
most economical level.
Turn signal/hazard warning
indicators
Fog lights on indicator (if equipped)
High beam indicator
Outside temperature indicator (if
equipped)/odometer: Displays
outside temperature or odometer
when Select/Reset knob is pressed.Low tire pressure indicator: One or
more of the vehicle’s tires is significantly
under-inflated. Stop, inspect all tires, and
add air as required.
Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) indicator: TPMS malfunction;
have dealer inspect the vehicle.
Side airbag cutoff indicator*:
Passenger’s side airbag is off and will
not deploy during a crash.
Passenger airbag cutoff indicator*:
Passenger’s front airbag is off and will
not deploy during a crash.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
indicator: ABS malfunction; see your
dealer as soon as possible.
Vehicle stability assist (VSA
®)
activation indicator: A reminder that
the VSA is turned off. Flashes when
VSA is active.
Vehicle stability assist (VSA) system
indicator*: Possible VSA system
problem.
Daytime running lights (DRL)
indicator
ECO
* Check the owner’s manual for additional information and instructions.
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