Warning messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. If there is more than one message that needs to be displayed they will appear one after another. Some messages may not require immediate action but you should press the select button or the trip odometer reset stem on the instrument panel cluster to acknowledge that you received the message and clear it from the display. Some messages cannot be cleared from the display because they are more urgent; these messages require action before they can be removed from the DIC display. The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them. For information on other DIC messages, see "DIC Warnings and Messages" in the owner manual Index.

When a fuse in the 42-volt battery system is blown, the battery cut off (BCO) switch is open or the battery disconnect switch is open, this message will appear. It will clear when the problem is fixed, when the battery disconnect switch is closed or by pressing the DIC select button or the trip reset stem on the instrument panel cluster. The fuse on the 42-volt battery pack can only be replaced and the automatic battery disconnect can only be closed by a qualified service technician. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers and Battery Disconnect Switch and "Instrument Panel Cluster" in the owner manual Index for more information.

This message will display when the hybrid's power system is too hot to function in the APO normal mode. This message will display for 10 seconds or until the system cools down. This message will also display for 10 seconds each time the APO is activated while the system is too hot to function. See "Normal Mode" under Auxiliary Power Outlet (APO) System .

This message will display when the APO normal or continuous mode turns off due to an electrical ground fault.

When in the normal mode, the message will display for 10 seconds.

When in the continuous mode, the engine will continue to run for five minutes after a ground fault condition is identified and the APO is not reset. The message will be displayed the entire time the engine is running. See "Resetting the Short Circuit, Overload or Ground Fault Detection (GFD) Circuit" under Auxiliary Power Outlet (APO) System .

This message will display when the APO normal or continuous mode turns off due to an electrical overload fault.

When in the normal mode, the message will display for 10 seconds.

When in the continuous mode, the engine will continue to run for five minutes after an overload condition is identified and the APO is not reset. The message will be displayed the entire time the engine is running. See "Resetting the Short Circuit, Overload or Ground Fault Detection (GFD) Circuit" under Auxiliary Power Outlet (APO) System .

This message will display and the light in the APO button will flash when the system is ready/waiting to enter the continuous mode for 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned to LOCK. See "Continuous Mode" under Auxiliary Power Outlet (APO) System .

This message will display when the APO normal or continuous mode turns off due to a system fault.

When in the normal mode, the message will display for 10 seconds.

When in the continuous mode, the message will display for 60 seconds and the engine will turn off. It will also display for 10 seconds the next time the engine is started until the problem is fixed. See Auxiliary Power Outlet (APO) System .

If the hybrid battery system faults or fails (42-volt or 12-volt system), this message will appear on the DIC. The engine auto start/stop feature will be disabled and the battery/charging system light will appear in the instrument panel cluster. See "Battery Warning Light" in the owner manual Index.

Driving with this light on could drain your batteries. Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. Pressing the select button or the trip odometer reset stem on the instrument panel cluster will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display.

When the vehicle is in PARK (P) and the auto stop function is active, this message will display to let you know that the engine may start automatically at any given time. This message will clear when the vehicle is taken out of PARK (P), if the key is turned to LOCK, or when the engine auto starts.

Pressing the DIC select button or the trip odometer reset stem on the instrument panel cluster will also clear the message.

If the engine cooling system temperature gets hot, this message will appear on the DIC. Stop the vehicle and let the engine idle in PARK (P) to allow the coolant to reach a safe temperature. This message will clear when the coolant temperature drops to a safe operating temperature. See "Cooling System" in the owner manual Index for more information.

The APO continuous mode will also stop operating when this message comes on. See "Continuous Mode" under Auxiliary Power Outlet (APO) System .

If the fuel level is low while the APO system is in continuous mode, this message will appear on the DIC and the horn will sound for five seconds every minute for five minutes. Refuel as soon as possible. If the vehicle is left unattended for the full five minute warning, the engine and APO system will shut down, unless the APO button is pressed during the five minute warning period. See "Continuous Mode" under Auxiliary Power Outlet (APO) System .

Pressing the select button or the trip odometer reset stem on the instrument panel cluster will acknowledge this message immediately and clear it from the DIC display. It will also clear itself after five minutes. The low fuel light near the fuel gage will still remain on in either case. See "Fuel Gage" and "Instrument Panel Cluster" in the owner manual Index.

If the hood is not fully closed, this message will appear on the display. Close the hood to clear the message. Pressing the select button or the trip stem on the instrument panel cluster will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display also.

When this message is displayed, the auto start/stop function will not operate with the hood open. If the vehicle is in auto stop mode when this message appears, you will have to restart the engine with the ignition key. See Starting the Vehicle .

If engine oil pressure is low, this message will be displayed on the DIC. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. See "Engine Oil" in the owner manual Index.

The APO continuous mode will stop operating when this message comes on. The message will reappear for 60 seconds when the vehicle is shut off and 10 seconds when restarted to let you know why the APO continuous mode was canceled. See "Continuous Mode" under Auxiliary Power Outlet (APO) System .

This message, along with the security light on the instrument panel cluster, will appear on the DIC for 60 seconds when a security violation has occurred. The APO continuous mode will cancel at this time . See "Theft-Deterrent Systems" in the owner manual Index.

This message will display when the 42-volt batteries need service or replacement due to age or if a failure condition is present. This message will be displayed for 10 seconds and then will display again each time the ignition key is turned from LOCK to RUN. See Battery for more information.

If you hear four short chimes along with the brake system warning light and this message alternating with the SERVICE STEER SYSTEM message, the power assist system is not working. You will still be able to steer and brake, but it will be much more difficult. Pull off the road to a safe location and have your vehicle towed to the nearest dealer for service. See "Brakes," "Brake System Warning Light," and "ABS Brake System Warning Light" in the owner manual Index.

If the SERVICE STEER SYSTEM message is displayed without any chimes, the power assist system will continue to function, but it may be more difficult to steer. Have the steering system serviced as soon as possible. Also, see "SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM" listed previously.