For 1990-2009 cars only
Important: The following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables.
- Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster or the Diagnostic System Check - Audible Warnings before using the Symptom Tables in order to verify that all of the following are true:
- Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to the following:
| • | There are no DTCs set. |
| • | The control modules can communicate via the serial data link. |
Visual/Physical Inspection
| • | Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the instrument panel cluster or audible warnings system. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories in Wiring Systems. |
| • | Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom. |
| • | Inspect for the proper fluid levels. |
Intermittent
Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
Symptom List
Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:
Gages and Odometer
Indicators
| • | ABS Indicator Always On in Antilock Brake System |
| • | ABS Indicator Inoperative in Antilock Brake System |
| • | Brake Warning Indicator Always On in Hydraulic Brakes |
| • | Brake Warning Indicator Inoperative in Hydraulic Brakes |
| • | Charge Indicator Always On in Engine Electrical |
| • | Charge Indicator Inoperative in Engine Electrical |
| • | Cruise Control Indicator Always On in Cruise Control |
| • | Cruise Control Indicator Inoperative in Cruise Control |
| • | Door Ajar Indicator Always On in Doors |
| • | Door Ajar Indicator Inoperative in Doors |
| • | Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Always On in Engine Cooling |
| • | Fog Lamp Indicator Always On in Lighting Systems |
| • | Fog Lamp Indicator Inoperative in Lighting Systems |
| • | Headlamps Suggested Message On in Daylight Conditions in Lighting Systems |
| • | High Beam Indicator Always On in Lighting Systems |
| • | High Beam Indicator Inoperative in Lighting Systems |
| • | Lights On Indicator Always On in Lighting Systems |
| • | Lights On Indicator Inoperative in Lighting Systems |
| • | Low Engine Coolant Indicator Always On in Engine Cooling |
| • | Low Washer Fluid Indicator Malfunction in Wipers/Washer Systems |
| • | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Always On in Engine Controls |
| • | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Inoperative in Engine Controls |
| • | Range Selector Displays Incorrect Range in Automatic Transaxle - 4T80-E |
| • | Seat Belt Indicator Circuit Malfunction in Seat Belts |
| • | Security Indicator Inoperative in Theft Deterrent |
| • | Traction Control Indicator Always On in Antilock Brake System |
| • | Traction Control Indicator Inoperative in Antilock Brake System |
| • | Traction Off Indicator Inoperative in Antilock Brake System |
| • | Trunk Ajar Indicator Always On in Body Rear End |
| • | Trunk Ajar Indicator Inoperative in Body Rear End |
| • | Turn Signal Lamps and/or Indicators Always On or Flashing in Lighting Systems |
| • | Turn Signal Lamps and/or Indicators Inoperative in Lighting Systems |
Driver Information Center (DIC)
Driver Information Center (DIC) Switch Inoperative
Audible Warnings
