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Table 1: IPC Indicators
Table 2: DIC Indicators

The indicator description and operation uses generic indicator names. Refer to the table below for the indicators that are available on this vehicle:

IPC Indicators

Vehicle Indicator Name

Indicator Description Title

ABS symbol

ABS Indicators

Air Bag symbol (Canada)

Air Bag Indicators

AIR BAG (U.S.)

Air Bag Indicators

Battery symbol

Charging System Indicators

BRAKE symbol

Brake System Indicators

Check Engine symbol (Canada)

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)

CRUISE

Cruise Control Indicator

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning symbol

Engine Coolant Indicators

Fasten Safety Belt symbol

Fasten Safety Belt Indicator

Fog Lamp symbol

Lighting System Indicators

High Beam symbol

Lighting System Indicators

km/h

km/h and MPH Indicators

LIGHTS ON

Lighting System Indicators

Lights ON Reminder symbol

Lighting System Indicators

Oil Pressure symbol

Engine Oil Indicators

MPH

km/h and MPH Indicators

SECURITY

Theft System Indicators

SERVICE ENGINE SOON (U.S.)

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)

TC symbol (Canada)

Traction Control System Indicators

TRACTION CONTROL (U.S.)

Traction Control System Indicators

Turn Signal symbols

Lighting System Indicators

DIC Indicators

Vehicle Indicator Name

Indicator Description Title

BATTERY NOT CHARGING - 7

Charging System Indicators

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE - 27

Charging System Indicators

BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH - 8

Charging System Indicators

BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW - 6

Charging System Indicators

CHANGE BRAKE PADS - 125

Brake System Indicators

CHANGE ENGINE OIL - 82

Engine Oil Indicators

CHANGE TRANS FLUID - 47

Transmission Indicators

CHECK BRAKE FLUID - 37

Brake System Indicators

CHECK COOLANT LEVEL - 2

Engine Coolant Indicators

CHECK FUEL GAGE - 50

Fuel System Indicators

CHECK GAS CAP - 61

Fuel System Indicators

CHECK OIL LEVEL - 36

Engine Oil Indicators

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE - 144

Tire Pressure Indicator

CHECK WASHER FLUID - 25

Washer Fluid Indicator

DRIVER DOOR AJAR - 140

Door Ajar Indicators

DRIVER NO X

Status Indicator

ENGINE COOLANT HOT, IDLE ENGINE - 44

Engine Coolant Indicators

ENGINE HOT-AC OFF - 16

Engine Coolant Indicators

ENGINE MISFIRE - EASE OFF GAS PEDAL - 114

Engine Misfire Indicator

ENGINE OVERHEATED, STOP ENGINE - 42

Engine Coolant Indicators

ENGINE POWER REDUCED - 41

Reduced Engine Power Indicator

FUEL LEVEL LOW - 11

Fuel System Indicators

HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED - 23

Lighting System Indicators

ICE POSSIBLE - 13

Ice Indicator

LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR - 142

Door Ajar Indicators

OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE - 35

Engine Oil Indicators

PASSENGER DOOR AJAR - 141

Door Ajar Indicators

RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR - 143

Door Ajar Indicators

SERVICE AC SYSTEM - 14

HVAC System Indicators

SERVICE AIR BAG - 83

Air Bag Indicators

SERVICE CHARGING SYS - 102

Charging System Indicators

SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYS - 106

Electrical System Indicators

SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM - 101

Fuel System Indicators

SERVICE IDLE CONTROL - 107

Idle Control Indicator

SERVICE STABILITY SYS - 54

Stability System Indicators

STABILITY SYS ENGAGED - 55

Stability System Indicators

SERVICE STEERING SYS - 127

Steering System Indicator

SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS - 84

Suspension System Indicators

SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM - 34

Theft System Indicators

SERVICE TIRE MONITOR

Tire Pressure Indicator

SERVICE TRANSMISSION - 100

Transmission Indicators

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON - 3

Electrical System Indicators

SPEED LIMITED TO XX - 113

Suspension System Indicators

STARTING DISABLED REMOVE KEY - 33

Theft System Indicators

THEFT ATTEMPTED - 40

Theft System Indicators

TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF - XXX

Engine Overspeed Indicator

TRACTION ENGAGED - 91

Traction Control System Indicators

TRACTION OFF - 89

Traction Control System Indicators

TRACTION READY - 90

Traction Control System Indicators

TRACTION SUSPENDED - 56

Traction Control System Indicators

TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE - 112

Transmission Indicators

TRUNK OPEN - 24

Trunk Ajar Indicator

TURN SIGNAL ON - 20

Lighting System Indicators

VEHICLE OVERSPEED - 52

Vehicle Overspeed Indicator

ABS Indicator

The IPC illuminates the ABS indicator when the following occurs:

    • The electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects a malfunction with the antilock brake system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC detects a loss of class 2 communications with the EBCM and the discrete back-up ABS indicator signal is open.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.

When the ABS indicator is commanded on, the IPC also illuminates the TRACTION CONTROL indicator and illuminates the SERVICE STABILITY SYS indicator in the DIC.

Air Bag Indicators

AIR BAG

The IPC illuminates the AIR BAG indicator when the following occurs:

    • The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) detects a malfunction with the supplemental inflatable restraint system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the SDM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC detects a loss of class 2 communications with the SDM.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The IPC flashes the air bag indicator 7 times.

SERVICE AIR BAG -- 83

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE AIR BAG -- 83 indicator in the DIC when the following occurs:

    • The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) detects a malfunction with the supplemental inflatable restraint system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the SDM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC detects a loss of class 2 communications with the SDM.

Brake Pad Wear Indicator

CHANGE BRAKE PADS - 125

The IPC illuminates the CHANGE BRAKE PADS - 125 indicator in the DIC when the electronic brake control module (EBCM) determines that one of the brake pads is excessively worn. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.

Brake System Indicators

Reference numbers are used in conjunction with a DIC warning message on export vehicles only.

BRAKE

The IPC illuminates the BRAKE indicator and sends a serial data message in order to activate an audible warning when the following occurs:

    • The IPC detects that the park is applied signal circuit is low.
    • The IPC detects a low brake fluid condition signal circuit is low.
    • The electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects a malfunction with the antilock brake system. The IPC receives a serial data message from the EBCM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC detects a loss of communications with the EBCM and the discrete back-up ABS indicator signal is open.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.

CHECK BRAKE FLUID - 37

The IPC illuminates the CHECK BRAKE FLUID -- 37 indicator in the DIC and sends a serial data message in order to activate an audible warning when the IPC detects that the brake fluid level is below the normal operating range.

Cellular Telephone Indicators

An integrated cellular telephone is an available vehicle option. When equipped, the cellular telephone displays are integrated into the instrument cluster to allow the display of phone status information on the DIC. The telephone displays on the DIC are intended to resemble the information displayed on the cellular telephone handset, so the driver can perform hands-free operation of the cellular telephone. The IPC and cellular telephone communicate via class 2 serial data messages. The IPC control the information on the DIC and driver warning messages will interrupt telephone displays because of a higher priority.

Most cellular telephone displays on the DIC are displayed due to requests by the cellular telephone via class 2 serial data messages.

Phone Alphanumeric Display

The display indicates a recall of a text string or phone number from a memory location. The display will include the received signal strength indicator display. The phone alphanumeric display is displayed as PHONE -- XX XXXXXXXXXX. The 2 digit XX represents the number for the memory location in the cellular telephone. The 10 digit XXXXXXXXX represents the text string or phone number stored in the memory location. A text string may contain letters and numbers.

PHONE -- CALL

The message indicates that an incoming call has been received by the cellular telephone. The message will include the received signal strength indicator display. The message can be displayed as a driver status message.

PHONE TIMER XX:XX

The display indicates the length of time for a call is in progress or the running call timer is displayed. The phone call timer is displayed PHONE -- TIMER XX:XX. The first XX represents minutes elapsed and the second XX presents seconds elapsed. The display will include the received signal strength indicator display. The display can be displayed as a driver status message.

The timer can be set to display the time for an individual call or set to display the running call time. The programming function is performed through the cellular telephone handset.

Phone Digit Dialing

During phone digit dialing, the cellular telephone key pad is be used to enter a phone number to be called. The display will include PHONE and the received signal strength indicator display. Up to 14 digits can be used to display the digits being dialed. The digits will start at the far right of the display and scroll from right to left as more digits are dialed. If more than 14 digits are dialed, only the last 14 digits will be displayed.

When the CLEAR button is pressed on the telephone handset, the cellular telephone deletes the last digit dialed. The digit is also removed from the DIC display and the remaining digits are scrolled one digit to the right.

Phone Incoming Caller ID

The display indicates an incoming telephone call has been received by the cellular telephone and the caller's ID can be identified. The display will include the received signal strength indicator display. The phone incoming caller ID is displayed as PHONE -- XXXXXXXXXX. The 10 digit XXXXXXXXX represents the text string or phone number of the incoming caller. A text string may contain letters and numbers.

PHONE -- LOCKED

The message indicates that the cellular telephone is currently locked and that an unlock code is required to use the cellular telephone. The message will include the received signal strength indicator display. The message can be displayed as a driver status message or in the vehicle information display.

PHONE -- NO HANDSET

The message indicates that the cellular telephone handset is physically disconnected. The message can be displayed as a driver status message or in the vehicle information display.

PHONE -- NO SERVICE

The message indicates that the cellular telephone service is not currently available. The message can be displayed as a driver status message or in the vehicle information display.

PHONE -- NOT PRESENT

The message indicates that the vehicle is configured to have a cellular telephone, but the cellular telephone is not communicating with the IPC. Under the above conditions, the message will be displayed when either the cellular telephone status is displayed in the vehicle information display or the driver activates the cellular telephone by pressing the PHONE or RECALL buttons on the steering wheel controls.

PHONE -- OFF

The message indicates that the cellular telephone power button is in the state of OFF. The message can be displayed as a driver status message or in the vehicle information display.

PHONE -- ON

The message indicates that the cellular telephone power button is in the state of ON, but no other active conditions currently exist. The message will include the received signal strength indicator display. The message can be displayed as a driver status message or in the vehicle information display.

PHONE -- PAUSE

The message indicates that the cellular telephone is currently in pause status. The message will include the received signal strength indicator display. The message can be displayed as a driver status message.

PHONE -- ROAM A

The message indicates that the cellular telephone is currently in roam A status. The message will include the received signal strength indicator display. The message can be displayed as a driver status message or in the vehicle information display.

PHONE -- ROAM B

The message indicates that the cellular telephone is currently in roam B status. The message will include the received signal strength indicator display. The message can be displayed as a driver status message or in the vehicle information display.

PHONE -- VOL

The display indicates the level of the cellular telephone volume. The phone volume displays the PHONE with the received signal strength indicator display, which is followed by 3 blank characters on the DIC. After the 3 blank characters, the phone volume displays VOL and a blank character on the DIC. Then, the following 7 characters are use to display the level of the phone volume. Each character is capable of displaying 5 bars to represent volume. The DIC can display the phone volume level within the range 0 to 35. The display can be displayed as a driver status message.

Received Signal Strength Indicator

The display indicates the signal strength from the cell site that the cellular telephone is currently detecting. The received signal strength indicator uses the 3 characters following PHONE on the DIC. Each character is capable of displaying 5 bars to represent signal strength. The DIC can display the signal strength level within the range 0 to 15. The received signal strength indicator is only displayed for certain cellular telephone status information and messages.

Charging System Indicators

The IPC illuminates the charge indicator when the following occurs:

    • The PCM detects that the generator output is less than 11 volts or greater than 16 volts. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC determines that the system voltage is less than 11 volts or greater than 16 volts. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the dash integration module (DIM) indicating the system voltage.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.

BATTERY NOT CHARGING - 7

The IPC illuminates the BATTERY NOT CHARGING - 7 indicator in the DIC when the PCM detects a malfunction with the generator output. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE - 27

The IPC illuminates the BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE - 27 indicator in the DIC when the dash integration module (DIM) reduces or disables the performance of some vehicle systems in order to reduce the load on the charging system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the DIM requesting illumination.

BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH - 8

The IPC illuminates the BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH - 8 indicator in the DIC when the IPC determines that the system voltage is greater than 16 volts. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the dash integration module (DIM) indicating the system voltage.

BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW - 6

The IPC illuminates the BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW - 6 indicator in the DIC when the IPC determines that the system voltage is less than 11 volts. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the dash integration module (DIM) indicating the system voltage.

SERVICE CHARGING SYS - 102

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE CHARGING SYS - 102 indicator in the DIC when the PCM detects a malfunction with the generator output. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Cruise Control Indicator

The IPC illuminates the CRUISE indicator when the following occurs:

    • The powertrain control module (PCM) detects that the cruise control is requested. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.

Door Ajar Indicators

DRIVER DOOR AJAR - 140

The IPC illuminates the DRIVER DOOR AJAR -140 indicator in the DIC when the driver's door is open and the transmission is out of park. If the vehicle speed is greater than 4.8 km/h (3 MPH), the IPC sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the driver door module (DDM) indicating the door status.

LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR - 142

The IPC illuminates the LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR - 142 Indicator in the DIC when the left rear door is open and the transmission is out of park. If the vehicle speed is greater than 4.8 km/h (3 MPH), the IPC sends a class 2 message to activate an audible warning. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the driver door module (DDM) indicating door status.

PASSENGER DOOR AJAR - 141

The IPC illuminates the PASSENGER DOOR AJAR - 141 indicator in the DIC when the passenger door is open and the transmission is out of park. If the vehicle speed is greater than 4.8 km/h (3 MPH), the IPC sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the driver door module (DDM) indicating the door status.

RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR - 143

The IPC illuminates the RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR - 143 indicator in the DIC when the right rear door is open and the transmission is out of park. If the vehicle speed is greater than 4.8 km/h (3 MPH), the IPC sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the driver door module (DDM) indicating the door status.

Driver Number Indicator

DRIVER NO. X (1 or 2) Indicator

The IPC illuminates the DRIVER NO. X (1 or 2) indicator in the DIC when the ignition is turned to ON. This indicates which driver the personalization feature is set.

Electrical System Indicators

SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYS - 106

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYS - 106 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) or the dash integration module (DIM) detects certain malfunctions in the vehicle electrical system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM or the DIM requesting illumination.

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON - 3

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE VEHICLE SOON - 3 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects certain malfunctions that are unrelated to the emission system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Engine Coolant Indicators

Engine Coolant

The IPC illuminates the engine coolant indicator and sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning when the following occurs:

    • The IPC determines that the coolant temperature is greater than 128°C (262°F). The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM indicating the coolant temperature.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.

The IPC turns OFF the engine coolant indicator when the engine coolant falls below 125°C (257°F).

CHECK COOLANT LEVEL - 2

The IPC illuminates the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL - 2 indicator in the DIC when the IPC detects that the engine coolant level is below the normal operating range (signal circuit is high). The IPC receives a discrete input from the engine coolant level switch.

ENGINE COOLANT HOT/IDLE ENGINE - 44

The IPC illuminates the ENGINE COOLANT HOT/IDLE ENGINE - 44 indicator in the DIC and sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning when the IPC determines that the coolant temperature is greater than 128°C (262°F). The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM indicating the coolant temperature.

The IPC turns OFF the indicator when the engine coolant falls below 125°C (257°F).

ENGINE HOT - AC OFF - 16

The IPC illuminates the ENGINE HOT - AC OFF - 16 indicator in the DIC when the dash integration module (DIM) detects that the engine temperature is above the normal operating range and has turned off the air conditioning in order to allow the engine to cool down. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the DIM requesting illumination.

ENGINE OVERHEATED/STOP ENGINE - 42

The IPC illuminates the ENGINE OVERHEATED/STOP ENGINE - 42 indicator in the DIC and sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects that the engine temperature is above the normal operating range. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Engine Misfire Indicator

ENGINE MISFIRE - - EASE OFF GAS PEDAL - 114

The IPC illuminates the ENGINE MISFIRE - - EASE OFF GAS PEDAL - 114 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects an engine misfire. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Engine Oil Indicators

CHANGE ENGINE OIL - 82

The IPC illuminates the CHANGE ENGINE OIL - 82 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) has determined that the engine oil life index is zero. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

CHECK OIL LEVEL - 36

The IPC illuminates the CHECK OIL LEVEL - 36 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects that the engine oil level is low. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Engine Oil Pressure

The IPC illuminates the engine oil pressure indicator and activates an audible warning when the following occurs:

    • The powertrain control module (PCM) detects that the engine oil pressure is outside the normal operating range. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.

OIL PRESSURE LOW/STOP ENGINE - 35

The IPC illuminates the OIL PRESSURE LOW/STOP ENGINE - 35 indicator in the DIC and activates an audible warning when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects that the engine oil pressure is outside the normal operating range. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Engine Overspeed Indicator

TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF - 111

The IPC illuminates the TOP SPEED FUEL CUT-OFF - 111 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) enables the fuel-cut off function in order to restrict vehicle speed. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Fasten Safety Belt Indicator

The IPC illuminates the fasten safety belt indicator when the following occurs:

    • The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) detects that the driver's seat belt is unbuckled when the ignition is turned ON. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the SDM requesting illumination. The IPC illuminates the indicator for 72 seconds or until the driver's safety belt is buckled. The IPC also sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning.
    • The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) detects that the driver's safety belt is unbuckled after the ignition has been turned ON. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the SDM requesting illumination. The IPC illuminates the indicator for 72 seconds or until the driver's safety belt is buckled.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 4 seconds.

Fuel System Indicators

CHECK FUEL GAGE - 50

The IPC illuminates the CHECK FUEL GAGE - 50 indicator in the DIC and sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning when the IPC is in the gauges OFF mode and the fuel level is less than 18.9 liters (5 gallons). The IPC receives a class 2 message from the rear integration module (RIM) indicating the fuel level.

CHECK GAS CAP - 61

The IPC illuminates the CHECK GAS CAP - 61 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in the evaporative emissions system or the gas cap is not seated properly. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

FUEL LEVEL LOW - 11

The IPC illuminates the FUEL LEVEL LOW - 11 indicator in the DIC and sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning when the fuel level is less than 11.4 liters (3 gallons). The IPC receives a class 2 message from the rear integration module (RIM) indicating the fuel level.

SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM - 101

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM - 101 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects certain malfunctions in the fuel system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

HVAC System Indicator

SERVICE AC SYSTEM - 14

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE AC SYSTEM - 14 indicator in the DIC when the instrument panel integration module (IPM) has detected a malfunction in the air conditioning system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the IPM requesting illumination.

Ice Indicator

ICE POSSIBLE - 13

The IPC illuminates the ICE POSSIBLE - 13 indicator in the DIC when the outside air temperature drops below 2.2°C (36°F). The IPC receives a class 2 message from the instrument panel integration module (IPM) indicating the outside air temperature.

Idle Control Indicator

SERVICE IDLE CONTROL - 107

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE IDLE CONTROL - 107 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects certain malfunctions in the idle control system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

km/h and MPH Indicators

km/h

The IPC illuminates the km/h indicator when IPC detects that the speedometer has been requested to display metric units. The IPC receives a discrete input from the LH instrument cluster switch requesting metric units be displayed.

MPH

The IPC illuminates the MPH indicator when IPC detects that the speedometer has been requested to display English units. The IPC receives a discrete input from the LH instrument cluster switch requesting English units be displayed.

Lighting System Indicators

Front Fog Lamp

The IPC illuminates the Front Fog Lamp indicator when the following occurs:

    • The dash integration module (DIM) detects that the front fog lamps are requested. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the DIM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.

HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED -- 23

The IPC illuminates the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED -- 23 indicator in the DIC when the ambient light conditions are low enough that headlamps should be used during driving. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the DIM requesting illumination

High Beam

The IPC illuminates the high beam indicator when the dash integration module (DIM) detects that the high beams are requested. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the DIM requesting illumination.

LIGHTS ON

The IPC illuminates the LIGHTS ON indicator when the dash integration module (DIM) detects that the park lamps are requested. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the DIM indicating the park lamps status. The IPC continues to illuminate the indicator for 10 minutes when the ignition is turned OFF and the park lamps are active. After 10 minutes, the IPC requests the status of the lighting system from the DIM and continues to illuminate the indicator only if the park lamps status is active.

Rear Fog Lamp (Export)

The IPC illuminates the rear fog lamp indicator when the following occurs:

    • The rear integration module (RIM) detects that the rear fog lamps are requested. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the RIM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.

Turn Signals

The IPC illuminates the right or left turn signal indicator when the IPC detects a turn signal or a hazard request. If the IPC determines that the turn signal is active for more than 1.6 km (1 mile), the IPC sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning.

TURN SIGNAL ON -- 20

The IPC illuminates the TURN SIGNAL ON -- 20 indicator in the DIC and sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning when the IPC determines that the turn signal is active for more than 1.6 km (1 mile).

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)

The PCM illuminates the MIL (service engine soon or check engine) when the following occurs:

    • The PCM detects a malfunction in the emissions system.
    • The PCM performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.
    • The ignition is on, with the engine off.

Reduced Engine Power Indicator

ENGINE POWER REDUCED - 41

The IPC illuminates the ENGINE POWER REDUCED - 41 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in the throttle actuator control (TAC) system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Stability System Indicators

SERVICE STABILITY SYS -- 54

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE STABILITY SYS -- 54 indicator in the DIC when the electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects a malfunction with the stability system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.

STABILITY SYS ENGAGED -- 55

The IPC illuminates the STABILITY SYS ENGAGED -- 55 indicator in the DIC when electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects a stability system event. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.

Status Indicator

SNAPSHOT TAKEN - 99

The IPC illuminates the SNAPSHOT TAKEN - 99 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) enables the customer snapshot function. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Steering System Indicator

SERVICE STEERING SYS - 127

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE STEERING SYS - 127 indicator in the DIC when the electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects certain malfunctions in the variable effort steering (VES) system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.

Suspension System Indicators

SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS - 84

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS - 84 indicator in the DIC when the electronic suspension control module detects certain malfunctions in the road sensing suspension system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the electronic suspension control module requesting illumination.

SPEED LIMITED TO XXX - 113

The IPC illuminates the SPEED LIMITED TO XXX - 113 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a malfunction in the road sensing suspension system that requires the vehicle speed to be limited. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Theft System Indicators

SECURITY

The IPC illuminates the SECURITY indicator as determined by the vehicle theft deterrent (VTD) system and the content theft deterrent (CTD) system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the theft deterrent controller module or the rear integration module (RIM) requesting illumination.

    • The VTD system requests the IPC to illuminate the indicator only when the ignition switch is ON. The VTD system uses the indicator as a malfunction indicator.
    • The CTD system requests the IPC to illuminate the indicator only when the ignition switch is OFF. The CTD system uses the indicator in order to identify system status.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.

SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM -- 34

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM -- 34 indicator in the DIC when the theft deterrent module sets an DTC. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the theft deterrent module requesting illumination.

STARTING DISABLED/REMOVE KEY -- 33

The IPC illuminates the STARTING DISABLED/REMOVE KEY -- 33 indicator in the DIC when the theft deterrent system has disabled the starting system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the theft deterrent module requesting illumination.

THEFT ATTEMPTED -- 40

The IPC illuminates the THEFT ATTEMPTED -- 40 indicator in the DIC when the theft deterrent system has detected a theft attempt. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the rear integration module (RIM) requesting illumination.

Tire Pressure Indicator

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE - 144

The IPC illuminates the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE - 144 indicator in the DIC when the IPC detects that the tire pressure is out side of the normal operating range. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the remote keyless entry (RKE) module indicating tire pressure.

SERVICE TIRE MONITOR

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE TIRE MONITOR indicator in the DIC when the remote keyless entry (RKE) module detects certain malfunctions in the tire pressure monitoring system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the RKE module requesting illumination.

Traction Control System Indicators

TRACTION CONTROL

The IPC illuminates the TRACTION CONTROL indicator when the following occurs:

    • The electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects a malfunction in the traction control system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC detects a loss of class 2 communications with the EBCM.
    • The IPC performs the displays test at the start of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.

TRACTION ENGAGED -- 91

The IPC illuminates the TRACTION ENGAGED -- 91 indicator in the DIC when the electronic brake control module (EBCM) detects a traction control event. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.

TRACTION OFF -- 89

The IPC illuminates the TRACTION OFF -- 89 indicator in the DIC when the driver disables the traction control system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.

TRACTION READY -- 90

The IPC illuminates the TRACTION READY -- 90 indicator in the DIC when the driver enables the traction control system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.

TRACTION SUSPENDED -- 56

The IPC illuminates the TRACTION SUSPENDED -- 56 indicator in the DIC when the electronic brake control module (EBCM) disables the traction control system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting illumination.

Transmission Indicators

CHANGE TRANS FLUID - 47

The IPC illuminates the CHANGE TRANS FLUID - 47 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) has determined that the transmission oil life index is zero. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

SERVICE TRANSMISSION - 100

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE TRANSMISSION - 100 indicator in the DIC when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects certain malfunctions in the transmission. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE - 112

The IPC illuminates the TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE - 11 indicator in the DIC and sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects that the transmission temperature is above the normal operating range. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Trunk Ajar Indicator

TRUNK OPEN - 24

The IPC illuminates the TRUNK OPEN - 24 indicator in the DIC when the rear integration module (RIM) detects that the rear compartment is open and the ignition is ON. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the RIM requesting illumination.

Vehicle Overspeed Indicator

VEHICLE OVERSPEED - 52 (Export)

The IPC illuminates the VEHICLE OVERSPEED - 52 indicator in the DIC and sends a class 2 message in order to activate an audible warning when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects that the vehicle speed is greater than 120 km/h (74.5 MPH). The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Washer Fluid Indicator

CHECK WASHER FLUID - 25

The IPC illuminates the CHECK WASHER FLUID - 25 indicator in the DIC when the IPC detects a low washer fluid condition (signal circuit is low).