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Table 1: Indicators
Table 2: DIC Warning Messages
Table 3: HUD Warning Messages

Indicators

Symbol

Description


Object Number: 676444  Size: GT

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

AIR BAG

AIR BAG: Refer to SIR System Description and Operation in SIR

BRAKE

BRAKE: Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake Systems


Object Number: 676451  Size: GT

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

Coolant Temp

Coolant Temp: Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling

CRUISE

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


Object Number: 676441  Size: GT

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


Object Number: 676457  Size: GT

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

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).

Low Fuel

The IPC illuminates the Low Fuel indicator when the IPC determines that the fuel level is less than 16 percent. The indicator is a LED on the fuel gage, IPC receives a class 2 message indicating the fuel level from the powertrain control module (PCM).

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).


Object Number: 676468  Size: GT

The IPC illuminates the LOW OIL PRESSURE indicator when the PCM detects low engine oil pressure, and the signal circuit is low. The IPC receives a class 2 message requesting illumination from the PCM.

SECURITY

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

SERVICE ENGINE SOON

SERVICE ENGINE SOON: Refer to Powertrain Control Module Description in Engine Controls

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON

The IPC illuminates the SERVICE VEHICLE SOON when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects certain malfunctions that are not related to the emissions system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the powertrain control module (PCM) requesting illumination.

TRACTION OFF

TRACTION 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

The DIC warning message reference numbers are for export vehicles only.

DIC Warning Messages

Symbol

Description

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE 27

Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical

CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON 81

The IPC illuminates the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message 81 in the DIC, when the powertrain control module (PCM) determines that the engine oil should be changed. The IPC receives a class 2 message indicating the remaining oil life percent from the PCM. After the oil is changed, perform the engine oil monitor reset procedure. Refer to GM Oil Life System Resetting in Maintenance and Lubrication.

CHECK CHARGE SYSTEM 102

Refer to Charging System Description and Operation in Engine Electrical

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE 144

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

DOOR AJAR 139

Refer to Door Ajar Indicator Description and Operation in Doors

ENGINE OIL LOW CHECK LEVEL 36

The IPC illuminates the ENGINE OIL LOW CHECK LEVEL message 36 in the driver information center (DIC) when the powertrain control module (PCM) detects low engine oil level, and the signal circuit is high.

ENGINE HOT - AC OFF

Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling

GAS CAP LOOSE-CHECK CAP

Refer to Evaporative Emission Control System Description in Engine Controls

SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM 54

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE 55

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

THEFT ATTEMPT DETECTED 40

Refer to Theft Systems Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ACTIVE 91

Refer to ABS Description and Operation in Antilock Brake System

TRUNK AJAR 24

Refer to Luggage Compartment Description and Operation in Body Rear End

TURN SIGNAL ON? 20

Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems

WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID LOW 25

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

HUD Warning Messages

Symbol

Description

CHECK GAGES

The heads up display (HUD) illuminates the CHECK GAGES indicator. The HUD receives a message requesting illumination from the IPC.

The HUD also illuminates the CHECK GAGES indicator when one of the following indicators is illuminated in the IPC.

    • ABS
    • AIR BAG
    • BRAKE
    • Charging System
    • Engine Coolant Temperature
    • Low Fuel
    • Low Engine Oil Pressure
    • TRACTION OFF

Object Number: 676457  Size: GT

Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems


Object Number: 676455  Size: GT

Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems