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Table 1: Indicators
Table 2: DIC Warning Messages

Indicators

Symbol

Description

1 - 4 SHIFT

Refer to Skip Shift Description and Operation in Manual Transmission


Object Number: 676444  Size: GT

ABS: Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System


Object Number: 676442  Size: GT

Air Bag: Refer to SIR System Description and Operation in SIR


Object Number: 676487  Size: GT

BRAKE

Brake: Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System


Object Number: 676454  Size: GT

CHECK ENGINE: Refer to Engine Control Module Description in Engine Controls


Object Number: 676441  Size: GT

Fasten Safety Belt: Refer to Seat Belt System Description and Operation in Seat Belts


Object Number: 676461  Size: GT

Front Fog Lamps: Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems


Object Number: 676462  Size: GT

Headlights On: Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting System


Object Number: 676457  Size: GT

High Beam: Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems

MPH or KM/H

MPH or KM/H: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation


Object Number: 761560  Size: GT

(Export Only)

Rear Fog Lamps: Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems


Object Number: 676471  Size: GT

SECURITY: Refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent


Object Number: 676454  Size: GT

CHECK ENGINE: Refer to Engine Control Module Description in Engine Controls


Object Number: 1246373  Size: GT

Tire Pressure Monitor: Refer to Tire Pressure Monitor Description and Operation in Tire Pressure Monitoring


Object Number: 676486  Size: GT

Traction Control Off: Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System


Object Number: 676455  Size: GT

Turn Signals: Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems

DIC Warning Messages

Symbol

Description

ABS ACTIVE

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

ACTIVE HANDLING

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in ABS

ACTIVE HANDLING CALIBRATING

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in ABS

ACTIVE HANDLING ON/OFF

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in ABS

ACTIVE HANDLING READY

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in ABS

ACT HNDLG-WARMING UP

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE

Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical

BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW/HIGH

Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical

CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

CHECK BRAKE FLUID

Refer to Brake Warning System Description and Operation in Hydraulic Brake System

CHECK COOLANT LEVEL

Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling

CHECK GAS CAP

Refer to Fuel System Description or Air Intake System Description in Engine Controls

CHECK OIL LEVEL

Refer to indicator warning message Description and Operation

CHECK POSITION OF CARGO DIVIDER

Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation in Roof

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Refer to Tire Pressure Monitor Description and Operation in Tire Pressure Monitoring

CHECK WASHER FLUID

Refer to Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation in Wipers and Washer Systems

CLOSE TRUNK TO MOVE TOP

Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation in Roof

COOLANT OVER TEMP

Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling

COMPETETIVE DRIVING MODE

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

CRUISE DISENGAGED

Refer to Cruise Control Description and Operation in Cruise Control

CRUISE SET XX KM/H (XX MPH)

Refer to Cruise Control Description and Operation in Cruise Control

DRIVER/PASSENGER DOOR AJAR

Refer to Door Ajar Indicator Description and Operation in Doors

ENGINE DRAG CONTROL ACTIVE

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

ENGINE OVERHEATED - STOP ENGINE

Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling

ENGINE PROTECTION, REDUCE ENGINE RPM

Refer to Engine Control Module Description in Engine Controls

FOB AUTOLEARN WAIT XX MINUTES

Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry

FOB BATTERY LOW

Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry

HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED

Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems

HIGH TIRE PRESSURE-XX

Refer to Tire Pressure Monitor Description and Operation in Tire Pressure Monitoring

HOT ENGINE-A/C OFF

Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling

ICE POSSIBLE

Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

INTRUSION SENSOR (OFF/ON)

Refer to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent

KNOWN FOB

Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry

LOW FUEL

Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

LOW OIL LEVEL

Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

LOW OIL PRESSURE

Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

LOW TIRE PRESSURE-XX

Refer to Tire Pressure Monitor Description and Operation in Tire Pressure Monitoring

MAXIMUM # FOBS LEARNED

Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry

MAXIMUM SPEED 129 KM/H (80 MPH)

Refer to Electronic Suspension Control Description and Operation in Electronic Suspension Control

NO FOB, OFF OR RUN?

Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry

NO FOBS DETECTED

Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry

OFF-ACC TO LEARN

Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry

OVER SPEED WARNING

(gulf states export)

CHECK ENGINE: Refer to Engine Control Module Description in Engine Controls

PRESS BRAKE TO START ENGINE

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

READY FOR FOB #X

Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry

REDUCED ENGINE POWER

CHECK ENGINE: Refer to Engine Control Module Description in Engine Controls

SERVICE ABS

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

SERVICE A/C

Refer to Air Temperature Description and Operation in HVAC Systems - Automatic

SERVICE ACTIVE HNDLG

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM

Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical

SERVICE COLUMN LOCK

Refer to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation in Steering Wheel and Column

SERVICE ELECT SYSTEM

Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical

SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM

Refer to Fuel System Description and Evaporative Emission Control System Description in Engine Controls

SERVICE RIDE CONTROL

Refer to Electronic Suspension Control Description and Operation in Electronic Suspension Control

SERVICE TIRE MONITOR

Refer to Tire Pressure Monitor Description and Operation in Tire Pressure Monitoring

SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

SERVICE TRANSMISSION

Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Description and Operation in Shift Lock Control

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON

Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

SET PARK BRAKE FOR SEAT RECALL

Refer to Memory Seats Description and Operation in Seats

SET PARK BRAKE TO MOVE TOP

Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation in Roof

SHIFT TO PARK

Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Description and Operation in Shift Lock Control

SHIFT TO PARK OR SET PARK BRAKE TO MOVE TOP

Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation in Roof

SHIFT TO REVERSE

Refer to Skip Shift Description and Operation and Manual Transmission Description and Operation in Manual Transmission

SHOCKS INOPERATIVE

Refer to Electronic Suspension Control Description and Operation in Electronic Suspension Control

(XX) TIRE FLAT MAX SPEED 55, REDUCE HANDLING

Refer to Tire Pressure Monitor Description and Operation in Tire Pressure Monitoring

TONNEAU AJAR

Refer to Luggage Compartment Description and Operation in Body Rear End

TOO COLD TO MOVE TOP

Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation in Roof

TOO FAST FOR TOP

Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation in Roof

TOP MOTOR OVER TEMP

Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation in Roof

TOP NOT SECURE

Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation in Roof

TRACTION SYS ACTIVE

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE HANDLING ON/OFF

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

TRACTION SYSTEM ON/OFF

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE

Refer to Transmission Indicators and Messages in Automatic Transmission

TRUNK AJAR

Refer to Luggage Compartment Description and Operation in Body Rear End

TURN SIGNAL ON

Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems

UNLATCH HEADER TO MOVE TOP

Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation in Roof

UPSHIFT NOW

Refer to Skip Shift Description and Operation and Manual Transmission Description and Operation in Manual Transmission

CHANGE ENGINE OIL

The IPC illuminates the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message in the driver information center (DIC) when the engine control module (ECM) determines that the engine oil needs to be changed. The PCM sends a class 2 message to the IPC requesting illumination. After the oil is changed, reset the engine oil monitor. Refer to GM Oil Life System Resetting in Maintenance and Lubrication.

CHECK ENGINE

The IPC illuminates the MIL telltale when the ECM detects a malfuntion in the engine emission system. The MIL indicates that an emission related malfuntion has occured and vehicle service is required. The MIL telltale is hardwired to the ECM and the ECM will ground the MIL control circuit when it wants the indicator illuminated in the IPC. Refer to Engine Control Module Description in Engine Controls.

CHECK OIL LEVEL

The IPC illuminates the CHECK OIL LEVEL message in the driver information center (DIC) when the engine control module (ECM) detects low engine oil level, and the signal circuit is high. The ECM only monitors the signal circuit of the engine oil level switch for a brief period when the key moves from ON to START. The IPC receives a class 2 message requesting illumination from the ECM.

ICE POSSIBLE

The DIC illuminates the ICE POSSIBLE message when the outside air temperature drops below 2.0°C (36°F). When the temperature rises above 5.5°C (42°F) the ICE POSSIBLE message turns off. The IPC receives a class 2 message indicating the outside air temperature from the body control module (BCM).

Km/h and MPH Indicator(s)

km/h: The IPC illuminates the km/h indicator when the IPC detects that metric units have been requested. The IPC monitors the signal circuit of the ENG/MET switch. The IPC sends a class 2 message indicating the requested units to the head up display (HUD).

MPH: The IPC illuminates the mph indicator when the IPC detects that English units have been requested. The IPC monitors the signal circuit of the ENG/MET switch. The IPC sends a class 2 message indicating the requested units to the head up display (HUD).

LOW FUEL

The IPC illuminates the LOW FUEL message in the driver information center (DIC) when the ECM detects that the fuel level is less than a pre-determined value. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the ECM indicating the fuel level .

LOW OIL PRESSURE

The IPC illuminates the LOW OIL PRESSURE message in the driver information center (DIC) when the ECM detects low engine oil pressure, and the signal circuit is low. The IPC receives a class 2 message requesting illumination from the ECM.

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON

The DIC illuminates the SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in the driver information center (DIC) when the IPC detects certain malfunctions like the ABS system failure or the system power mode failure. The IPC illumination from the ECM.