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If it illuminates when the engine isrunning this indicates amalfunction. The On BoardDiagnostics system has detected amalfunction of the vehicle emission controlsystem.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be occurring. Increased exhaust gas temperatures coulddamage the catalytic converter or othervehicle components. Drive in a moderatefashion (avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have your vehicleimmediately serviced.
It illuminates when you switch the ignitionon prior to engine start to check the bulb andto indicate whether your vehicle is ready forInspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the engine iscranked and automatically turns off if nomalfunctions are present. However, if after15 seconds it flashes eight times, thisindicates that your vehicle is not ready forInspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
See Catalytic Converter (page 174).
Stability Control and Traction ControlIndicator
Flashes during operation.
If it does not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, or remainson when the engine is running, this indicatesa malfunction. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
Note:The system automatically turns off ifthere is a malfunction.
See Using Stability Control (page 197). SeeUsing Traction Control (page 195).
Stability Control and Traction ControlOff Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switch thesystem off.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Keyless Warning Alert
The horn will sound twice when you exit yourvehicle with the intelligent access key andyour vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicleis still on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from theignition and open the driver's door and youhave left the headlamps or parking lampson.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brakeon and drive your vehicle. If the warningchime remains on after you have releasedthe parking brake, have the system checkedby your authorized dealer immediately.
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INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note: Depending on your vehicle optionsand instrument cluster type, not all of themessages will display or be available. Theinformation display may abbreviate orshorten certain messages.
Press the OK button to acknowledge andremove some messages from the informationdisplay. The information display willautomatically remove other messages aftera short time.
You need to confirm certain messagesbefore you can access the menus.
Active Park
ActionMessage
The system requires service due to a malfunction. Have the system checked by an authorizeddealer.Active Park Fault
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AdvanceTrac™
ActionMessage
The system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor.Service AdvanceTrac
The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switch it off.AdvanceTrac Off
The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switch it on.AdvanceTrac On
Airbag
ActionMessage
The system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor. Remove blockage.Occupant Sensor BLOCKED RemoveObjects Near Passenger Seat
Alarm
ActionMessage
Alarm triggered due to unauthorized entry. See Anti-Theft Alarm (page 78).Vehicle Alarm To Stop Alarm, Start Vehicle.
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All-Wheel Drive
ActionMessage
The all-wheel drive system temporarily turns off to protect itself from overheating.AWD Temporarily Disabled
The all-wheel drive system temporarily turns off to protect itself from overheating or if you areusing the temporary spare tire.AWD OFF
The all-wheel drive system will resume normal function and clear this message after driving ashort distance with the road tire re-installed or after the system cools.AWD Restored
The all-wheel drive system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues tocome on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.AWD Malfunction Service Required
Automatic Engine Shutdown
ActionMessage
The engine is getting ready to shut off.Engine Shuts Off In {seconds to shut off:#0}Seconds
The engine has shut off to help increase fuel economy.Engine Shut Off For Fuel Economy
The engine is getting ready to shut off. You can press OK on the left steering wheel button tooverride the shut down.Engine Shuts Off in {seconds to shut off:#0}Seconds Press Ok to Override
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Doors and Locks
ActionMessage
The door(s) listed is not completely closed.X Door Ajar
The luggage compartment is not completely closed.Trunk Ajar
The hood is not completely closed.Hood Ajar
The system has disabled the door switches.Switches Inhibited Security Mode
There is a system malfunction with the child locks. Contact an authorized dealer as soon aspossible.Child Lock Malfunction Service Required
The factory keypad code displays in the information display after system resets the keypad.See Keyless Entry (page 70).Factory Keypad Code {X X X X X}
Driver Alert
ActionMessage
Stop and rest as soon as it is safe to do so.Driver Alert Warning Rest Now
Take a rest soon.Driver Alert Warning Rest Suggested
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Fuel
ActionMessage
An early reminder of a low fuel condition.Fuel Level Low
The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.Check Fuel Fill Inlet
Hill Start Assist
ActionMessage
Hill start assist is not available. Contact an authorized dealer. See Auto Hold (page 192).Hill Start Assist Not Available
Keys and Intelligent Access
ActionMessage
A reminder to press the brake while starting the vehicle.To START Press Brake
The system does not detect a key in your vehicle. See Keyless Starting (page 157).No Key Detected
You pressed the start/stop button to switch off the engine and your vehicle does not detect yourintelligent access key inside your vehicle.Restart Now or Key is Needed
Your vehicle is in the run ignition state.Full Accessory Power Active
There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. See an authorized dealer for service.Starting System Fault
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ActionMessage
You have successfully programmed an intelligent access key to the system.Key Program Successful
You have failed to program an intelligent access key to the system.Key Program Failure
You have programmed the maximum number of keys to the system.Max Number of Keys Learned
You have not programmed enough keys to the system.Not Enough Keys Learned
The key battery is low. Change the battery as soon as possible.Key Battery Low Replace Soon
Inform the driver that they are exiting the vehicle and the engine is on.Engine ON
Lane Keeping System
ActionMessage
The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.Lane Keeping Sys. Malfunction ServiceRequired
The system has detected a condition that has caused the system to be temporarily unavailable.Front Camera Temporarily Not Available
The system has detected a condition that requires you to clean the windshield in order for it tooperate properly.Front Camera Low Visibility Clean Screen
The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.Front Camera Malfunction ServiceRequired
The system requests the driver to keep their hands on the steering wheel.Keep Hands on Steering Wheel
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Maintenance
ActionMessage
Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. Check the oil level. If thewarning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact an authorized dealeras soon as possible.
Low Engine Oil Pressure
The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. See Engine Oil Check (page 290).Change Engine Oil Soon
The oil life left is at 0%. See Engine Oil Check (page 290).Oil Change Required
The brake fluid level is low, inspected the brake system immediately. See Brake Fluid Check(page 296).Brake Fluid Level Low
The brake system needs servicing. Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorizeddealer.Check Brake System
The engine coolant temperature is excessively high.Engine Coolant Over Temperature
The washer fluid is low, refill washer fluid.Washer Fluid Level Low
The engine has reduced power to help reduce high engine temperature.Power Reduced to Lower Engine Temp
Your vehicle is still in Transport or Factory mode. This may not allow some features to operateproperly. See an authorized dealer.Transport / Factory Mode Contact Dealer
The powertrain needs service due to a powertrain malfunction.See Manual
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