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IPC Indicators

Symbol

Description

4WD

4WD: Refer to Transfer Case Description and Operation in Transfer Case - NVG 261-NP2


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 Brake Warning System Description and Operation in Hydraulic Brakes

CARGO LAMPS ON

CARGO LAMPS ON: Refer to Interior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems

CHANGE ENGINE OIL

CHANGE ENGINE OIL: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation


Object Number: 676451  Size: GT

CHARGE: Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical

CHECK COOLANT TEMPERATURE

CHECK COOLANT TEMPERATURE: Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

CHECK ENGINE OIL PRESSURE

CHECK ENGINE OIL PRESSURE: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation


Object Number: 676483  Size: GT

CRUISE

Cruise: Refer to Cruise Control Description and Operation in Cruise Control

ENGINE OVERHEATED

ENGINE OVERHEATED: Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling


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: 676457  Size: GT

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


Object Number: 676462  Size: GT

LIGHTS ON

LIGHTS ON: Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems

LOW COOLANT

LOW COOLANT: Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling


Object Number: 676468  Size: GT

Low Engine Oil Pressure: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation


Object Number: 676477  Size: GT

LOW FUEL

Low Fuel: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation


Object Number: 676448  Size: GT

LOW TRACTION

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

LOW WASHER FLUID

LOW WASHER FLUID: Refer to Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation in Wiper/Washer Systems


Object Number: 676454  Size: GT

Malfunction Indicator Lamp: Refer to

    •  Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 4.3L
    •  Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L
    •  Engine Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 6.6L
    •  Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 8.1L

OVER SPEED

OVER SPEED: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

REDUCED ENGINE POWER

REDUCED ENGINE POWER: Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling

SECURITY

SECURITY: Refer to Theft Systems Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent

SERVICE 4WD

SERVICE 4WD: Refer to

    •  Transfer Case Description and Operation in Transfer Case - NVG 236/246-NP8
    •  Transfer Case Description and Operation in Transfer Case - NVG 263-NP1

SERVICE 4WHEEL STEER

SERVICE 4WHEEL STEER: Refer to Rear Wheel Steering Description and Operation in Rear Wheel Steering

SERVICE ENGINE SOON

SERVICE ENGINE SOON: Refer to

    •  Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 4.3L
    •  Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L
    •  Engine Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 6.6L
    •  Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 8.1L

TOW/HAUL

TOW/HAUL: Refer to

    •  Transmission Component and System Description in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-E
    •  Transmission Component and System Description in Automatic Transmission - 4L80-E

Object Number: 676486  Size: GT

TRACTION OFF

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

TRANS FLUID HOT

TRANS FLUID HOT: Refer to

    •  Transmission Component and System Description in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-E
    •  Transmission Component and System Description in Automatic Transmission - 4L80-E

TRANS HOT...IDLE ENG

TRANS HOT...IDLE ENG: Refer to

    •  Transmission Component and System Description in Automatic Transmission - 4L60-E
    •  Transmission Component and System Description in Automatic Transmission - 4L80-E

Object Number: 676455  Size: GT

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


Object Number: 676473  Size: GT

UPSHIFT

UPSHIFT: Refer to

    •  Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls-4.3L
    •  Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls-4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L
    •  Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls-8.1L

WAIT TO START

WAIT TO START: Refer to Glow Plug System Description in Engine Controls-6.6L

WATER IN FUEL

Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

CHANGE ENGINE OIL

The IPC illuminates the CHANGE ENGINE OIL indicator in the message center when the PCM determines that the engine oil should be changed. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination. Once the oil is changed, perform the engine oil monitor reset procedure in order to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL indicator. Refer to GM Oil Life System Resetting in Maintenance and Lubrication.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The IPC illuminates the CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL indicator in the message center when the PCM detects a low engine oil level condition and the engine oil level switch signal circuit is high. An open engine oil level switch indicates a low engine oil level and a closed engine oil level switch indicates the engine oil level is in the normal range. The CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL indicator illuminates for 60 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle when a low engine oil level condition is present. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

CHECK ENGINE OIL PRESSURE

The IPC illuminates the CHECK ENG OIL PRESSURE indicator in the message center when the IPC detects low oil pressure from the engine oil pressure sensor signal.

LOW FUEL

The IPC illuminates the LOW FUEL indicator in the message center when the IPC detects that the fuel level is less than a pre-determined value. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM indicating the fuel level percent.

Over Speed Indicator

The IPC illuminates the OVER SPEED indicator in the message center when the BCM detects the vehicle speed is above 120 km/h (75 mph). The IPC receives a class 2 message from the BCM requesting illumination of the over speed indicator.

WATER IN FUEL

The IPC illuminates the WATER IN FUEL message in the driver information center (DIC) when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects a low signal from the water in fuel sensor. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.