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Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
• The emissions control system may have a problem, or the fuel cap is\
loose
or missing.
• (Blinks) A
misfire in the engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place,
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S. models only)
There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system, or the vehi\
cle is
fitted with the compact spare tire.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)* (Canadian models only)
There is a problem with the FCW system.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)* (Canadian models only)
There is a problem with the LDW system.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
There is a problem with the VSA system or hill start assist system.
Brake system
There is a problem with the automatic brake hold system.
Electric parking brake system
There is a problem with the electric parking brake system. Avoid using the
parking brake. Have your vehicle inspected immediately.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the EPS system. Stop in a safe place, and restar\
t the
vehicle.
Starter system*
There is a problem with the starter system.
All Wheel Drive (AWD)*
There is a problem with the AWD system. If the indicator blinks, the system
is overheated and inactive. Stop in a safe place, and idle until the ind\
icator
goes off.
High temperature
The engine coolant temperature is high. Drive slowly to prevent overheat\
ing.
If the indicator remains on, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe plac\
e (see
page 105).
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Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the \
vehicle.
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red \
and amber
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for gen\
eral
information.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit whi\
le driving or at
any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary. Brake system
• Brake fluid is low.
• The brake system has a problem.
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check \
the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate actio\
n. If
necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood. Check the oil
level, and add oil if necessary (see page 123). If the indicator does \
not turn
off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repa\
ired
immediately.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioner\
s.
Smart Entry system*
There is a problem with the smart entry system.
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Low temperature
The engine coolant temperature is low. If the indicator remains on for
more than 10 minutes (2–8 minutes is normal), there may be a proble\
m with
temperature sensors.