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Indicators

Symbol

Description


Object Number: 676444 Size: GT

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ABS INOP (Domestic)

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


Object Number: 676442 Size: GT

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AIR BAG (Domestic)

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

ASR OFF

Acceleration Slip Regulation: Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System


Object Number: 676487 Size: GT

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BRAKE (Domestic)

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

OIL CHANGE

Change Oil: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

CHECK GAGES

Check Gages: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation


Object Number: 676441 Size: GT

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


Object Number: 676479 Size: GT

Hatch Ajar: Refer to Luggage Compartment Description and Operation in Body Rear End


Object Number: 676457 Size: GT

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

LOW OIL

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

LOW TRAC

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


Object Number: 676454 Size: GT

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SERVICE ENGINE SOON (Domestic)

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL): Refer to Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 3.8L or to Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls - 5.7L

REDUCED ENG PWR

(3.8L)

Reduced Engine Power: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

SECURITY

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

SERVICE VEHICLE

Service Vehicle Soon: Refer to Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation

SKIP SHIFT

(5.7L)

SKIP SHIFT: Refer to Manual Transmission Description and Operation in Manual Transmission


Object Number: 676455 Size: GT

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

CHANGE OIL

The IPC illuminates the OIL CHANGE indicator when the PCM determines the engine oil needs to be changed. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination. After the oil is changed, reset the engine oil monitor. Refer to GM Oil Life System Resetting in Maintenance and Lubrication.

Check Gages Indicator

The CHECK GAGES indicator illuminates under the following conditions:

    • The engine coolant temperature exceeds 107°C (225°F).
    • The engine oil pressure is low.
    • A generator malfunction exists.
    • The fuel level falls below 1/16 of a tank.

The PCM sends a class 2 message in order to turn on the CHECK GAGES indicator depending on the signals it receives from the following components:

    • The engine coolant temperature sensor
    • The fuel level sensor
    • The generator

Oil Level Low

The IPC illuminates the low oil level indicator when the PCM detects a low oil level condition. The PCM monitors the engine oil level signal circuit. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

Reduced Engine Power (3.8L only)

The IPC illuminates the REDUCED ENG PWR indicator when the following occurs:

    • The PCM detects a malfunction in the engine. 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 IPC detects a loss of class 2 communications with the PCM.

Service Vehicle Soon

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE VEHICLE indicator when the following occurs:

    • DTC B0670 sets in the SDM module.
    • The PCM detects certain non-emissions related malfunctions. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.
    • The IPC detects a loss of class 2 communications with any other module.