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4. Tachometer

• Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute

(RPM x 1000).

5. Instrument Cluster Display

• When the appropriate conditions exist, this display

shows the instrument cluster display messages. Refer

to “Instrument Cluster Display” in this chapter for

further information.

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY

Your vehicle will be equipped with an instrument cluster

display, which offers useful information to the driver. With

the ignition in the OFF mode, opening/closing of a door will

activate the display for viewing, and display the total miles,

or kilometers, in the odometer. Your instrument cluster

display is designed to display important information about

your vehicle’s systems and features. Using a driver interac

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tive display located on the instrument panel, your instru

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ment cluster display can show you how systems are working

and give you warnings when they are not. The instrument

cluster display controls allow you to scroll through the main

menus and submenus. You can access the specific informa

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tion you want and make selections and adjustments.

Location And Controls

The instrument cluster display features a driver interactive

display that is located in the instrument cluster.

Instrument Cluster Display Location

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The menu items described below are an example of what can

be found in the vehicle's menu:
• Dimmer
• Speed Beep
• Trip A / B (options are selectable through the steering

wheel stalk)

• Buzzer Volume
The system allows the driver to select information by

pushing the following buttons mounted on the instrument

panel to the right of the steering column:

Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons

•

MENU Button

Push and release the

MENU

button for a time longer than

one second to access/select the information screens or

submenu screens of a main menu item. Push and hold the

MENU

button for two seconds to reset displayed/selected

features that can be reset.

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•

UP Arrow Button

Push and release the

up

arrow button to scroll upward

through the main menu and submenus.

•

DOWN Arrow Button

Push and release the

down

arrow button to scroll down

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ward through the main menu and submenus.

NOTE:

If equipped with a Uconnect system, some of the menu items

will be present in the radio head unit. Refer to “Uconnect

Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.

Dimmer:

With headlights on and without entering in the menu, push

the

up

or

down

arrow button to increase or decrease the

brightness of the instrument panel, graphics and command

buttons.

Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu With Submenu:
1. Briefly push and release the

MENU

button to display the

first submenu option.

2. Push and release the

up

or

down

arrow button (by single

pushes) to scroll through all the submenu options.

3. Briefly push and release the

MENU

button to select the

displayed submenu option and to open the relevant setup

menu.

4. Push and release the

up

or

down

arrow button (by single

pushes) to select the new setting for this submenu option.

5. Briefly push and release the

MENU

button to store the

new setting and go back to the previously selected

submenu option.

6. Push and hold the

MENU

button to return to the main

menu (short hold) or the main screen (longer hold).

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Change Engine Oil — If Equipped

Your vehicle may be equipped with an engine oil change

indicator system. The “Change Engine Oil” message will

display in the instrument cluster display. The engine oil

change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means

the engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent

upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time

you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To

turn off the message temporarily, push and release the

MENU

button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after

performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to the

following procedure.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (do not start

the engine).

2. Fully push the accelerator pedal slowly, three times,

within 10 seconds.

3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.

NOTE:

If the indicator message illuminates when you start the

vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If

necessary, repeat this procedure.

Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items

Speed Beep

This function is used to set a speed limit (MPH or km/h); the

driver is alerted when this limit is exceeded.
To set the desired speed limit:
1. Push the

MENU

button briefly. The display will show the

wording (SPEED BEEP) and the unit (MPH) or (km/h)

previously set.

2. If the function is on, push and release the

up

or

down

arrow button to select the required speed limit and then

push

MENU

to confirm.

NOTE:

The speed may be set in the range from 20 to 125 MPH (30 to

200 km/h) according to the previously chosen unit.
The setting will increase/decrease by five units each time the

up

or

down

arrow button is pushed. Hold down the

up

or

down

arrow button to automatically increase/decrease the

setting rapidly. Complete the adjustment when you

approach the desired value.

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Push the

MENU

button briefly to return to the menu screen

or hold the

MENU

button down to return to the standard

screen without storing.
To cancel the setting:
1. Briefly push the

MENU

button, “ON” will flash in the

display.

2. Push the

down

arrow button, “OFF” will flash in the

display.

3. Push the

MENU

button briefly to return to the menu

screen or hold the

MENU

button down to return to the

standard screen without storing.

Trip B Data

This function can be used to activate (On) or deactivate (Off)

the Trip B display (Partial Trip).
Refer to “Trip Computer” in this section for further informa

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tion.

To switch the function On/Off:
1. Push the

MENU

button briefly. The display will flash On

or Off according to the previous setting.

2. Push and release the

up

or

down

arrow button to select.

Push the

MENU

button briefly to return to the menu screen

or hold the

MENU

button down to return to the standard

screen without storing.

Buzzer Volume

With this function, the volume of the acoustic signal which

accompanies the display of failure/warning can be adjusted

according to seven levels.
To set the desired volume:
1. Push the

MENU

button, the previously set volume level

will flash on the display.

2. Push and release the

up

or

down

arrow button to adjust.

3. Push the

MENU

button to return to the menu screen or

hold the

MENU

button down to return to the standard

screen without storing.

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Seat Belt Buzzer

Only shows in the instrument cluster display if the seat belt

reminder was previously deactivated by an authorized dealer.

NOTE:

This is a one-time occurrence to enable the acoustic signal.

Exit Menu

This is the last function that closes the cycle of settings listed

in the menu screen.
1. Pushing the

MENU

button briefly will return the display

to the standard screen without storing.

2. Push the

down

arrow button to return to the first menu

item on the display.

TRIP COMPUTER

The Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster. It

features a driver-interactive display (displays information

such as trip information, range, fuel consumption, average

speed, and travel time).

NOTE:

The Uconnect System also has a Trip Computer display and

menus to customize the information displayed in the cluster.

For further information, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in

“Multimedia”.

Trip Button

The

TRIP

button, located on the right steering column stalk,

can be used to display and to reset the previously described

values.
• A short button push displays the different values.
• A long button push resets the system and then starts a new

trip.

New Trip

To reset:
• Push and hold the TRIP button to reset the system manually.
• When the “Trip distance” reaches 99999.9 miles or kilome

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ters or when the “Travel time” reaches 999.59 (999 hours

and 59 minutes), the system is reset automatically.

• Disconnecting/Reconnecting the battery resets the system.

NOTE:

If the reset operation occurs in the presence of the screens

concerning Trip A or Trip B, only the information associated

with Trip A or Trip B functions will be reset.

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Start Of Trip Procedure

With the ignition on, push and hold the TRIP button for over

two seconds to reset trip information.

Exit Trip

1. To exit the Trip function, wait until all the values have

been displayed or hold the MENU button for longer than

one second.

2. Briefly push and release the MENU button to go back to

the menu screen or push and hold the MENU button

(approximately one second) to go back to the main screen

without storing settings.

Trip Functions

Both trip functions are resettable (reset — start of new trip).
“Trip A” can be used to display the figures relating to:
• Range
• Trip distance A
• Average Economy A
• Instantaneous Economy

• Average speed A
• Travel time A (driving time)
“Trip B” can be used to display the figures relating to:
• Trip distance B
• Average Economy B
• Average speed B
• Travel time B (driving time)

NOTE:

“Trip B” functions may be excluded (see “Trip B Data”).

“Range” and “Instantaneous Economy” cannot be reset.

Values Displayed

Range

This indicates the distance which may be traveled with the

fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that driving conditions

will not change. The message “----” will appear on the

display in the following cases:
• Distance less than 30 miles (or 50 km).
• The vehicle is parked for a long time with the engine

running.

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NOTE:

The range depends on several factors: driving style, type of

route (freeway, residential, mountain roads, etc.), conditions

of use of the vehicle (load, tire pressure, etc.). Trip planning

must take into account the above notes.

Travel Distance

This value shows the distance covered since the last reset.

Average Fuel Consumption

This value shows the approximate average consumption

since the last reset.

Current Fuel Consumption

This indicates the fuel consumption. The value is constantly

updated. The message “----” will appear on the display if the

vehicle is parked with the engine running.

Average Speed

This value shows the vehicle's average speed as a function of

the overall time elapsed since the last reset.

Travel Time

This value shows the time elapsed since the last reset.

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES

The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in the instrument

panel together with a dedicated message and/or acoustic signal

when applicable. These indications are indicative and precau

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tionary and as such must not be considered as exhaustive and/

or alternative to the information contained in the Owner’s

Manual, which you are advised to read carefully in all cases.

Always refer to the information in this chapter in the event of a

failure indication. All active telltales will display first if appli

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cable. The system check menu may appear different based upon

equipment options and current vehicle status. Some telltales are

optional and may not appear.

Red Warning Lights

Air Bag Warning Light

This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb

check when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or

MAR/ON/RUN position. If the light is either not on

during startup, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the

system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

This light will illuminate with a single chime when a fault with

the Air Bag Warning Light has been detected, it will stay on until

the fault is cleared. If the light comes on intermittently or

remains on while driving, have an authorized dealer service the

vehicle immediately.

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Brake Warning Light

This warning light monitors various brake func

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tions, including brake fluid level and parking brake

application. If the brake light turns on it may indi

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cate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid

level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock

brake system reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been

disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the

master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake

hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the

Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake

System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. In

this case, the light will remain on until the condition has been

corrected. If the problem is related to the brake booster, the

ABS pump will run when applying the brake, and a brake

pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in

the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A

leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the

Brake Warning Light, which will turn on when the brake

fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a spec

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ified level.
The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.

NOTE:

The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering

maneuvers, which change fluid level conditions. The vehicle

should have service performed, and the brake fluid level

checked.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is necessary.

Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution

(EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning

Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate

repair to the ABS system is required.

WARNING!

Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is

dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It

will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a

collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

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Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning

the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON/RUN posi

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tion. The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds.

The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied

or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have

the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied

with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position.

NOTE:

This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It

does not show the degree of brake application.

Battery Charge Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the battery

is not charging properly. If it stays on while the

engine is running, there may be a malfunction with

the charging system. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as

possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the electrical system

or a related component.

Door Open Warning Light

This indicator will illuminate when one or more

door(s) are not fully closed.

NOTE:

If the vehicle is moving and a door is opened, there will also

be a single chime.

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to inform of a

problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)

system. If a problem is detected while the vehicle is

running, the light will either stay on or flash depending on

the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition when the

vehicle is safely and completely stopped and the transmis

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sion is placed in the PARK (P) position. The light should turn

off. If the light remains on with the vehicle running, your

vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized

dealer for service as soon as possible.

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If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is running,

immediate service is required and you may experience

reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle, or engine

stall and your vehicle may require towing. The light will

come on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or

MAR/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as a bulb

check. If the light does not come on during starting, have the

system checked by an authorized dealer.

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

This warning light warns of an overheated engine

condition. If the engine coolant temperature is too

high, this indicator will illuminate and a single

chime will sound. If the temperature reaches the upper limit,

a continuous chime will sound for four minutes or until the

engine is able to cool, whichever comes first.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop

the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the

transmission into NEUTRAL (N) and idle the vehicle. If the

temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the

engine off immediately and call for service.
Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “In Case Of Emer

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gency” for further information.

Oil Pressure Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate low

engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while

driving, stop the vehicle, shut off the engine as soon

as possible, and contact an authorized dealer. A chime will

sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This

light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. The

engine oil level must be checked under the hood.

Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If Equipped

This warning light will illuminate to warn of a high

transmission fluid temperature. This may occur with

strenuous usage such as trailer towing. If this light

turns on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or

slightly faster, with the transmission in PARK (P) or

NEUTRAL (N), until the light turns off. Once the light turns

off, you may continue to drive normally.

WARNING!

If you continue operating the vehicle when the

Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated

you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact

with hot engine or exhaust components and cause a fire.

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Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

When the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN or

MAR/ON/RUN position, if the driver’s seat belt is

unbuckled, a chime will sound and the light will

turn on. When driving, if the driver or front passenger seat

belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will

flash or remain on continuously and a chime will sound.

Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety” for

further information.

Transmission Fault Warning Light

This light will illuminate (together with a message in

the instrument cluster display and a buzzer) to indi

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cate a transmission fault. Contact your authorized

dealer if the message remains after restarting the engine.

Engine Oil Level Warning Light

This warning light appears on the panel when the

engine oil level falls below the minimum recom

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mended value. Restore the correct engine oil level or

contact your authorized dealer for service.

Yellow Warning Lights

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).

The light will turn on when the ignition is placed in the

ON/RUN or MAR/ON/RUN position and may stay

on for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then

the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning

and service is required. However, the conventional brake

system will continue to operate normally if the brake

warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as

soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock Brakes.

If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition is placed

in the ON/RUN or MAR/ON/RUN position, have the light

inspected by an authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature

Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe

transmission damage or transmission failure.

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Low Fuel Warning Light

When the fuel level reaches approximately 2–3 gal

(9–11 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until

fuel is added.

Generic Warning Light

The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if any of

the following conditions occur: Engine Oil Pressure

Sensor Failure, External Light Failure, Parking

Sensor Failure, Fuel Cut-Off Fail/Intervention, Generic

Failure on Trailer, or Air Bag telltale recovery.
The telltale will blink in case of an Air Bag Warning Light

Failure. Contact an authorized dealer immediately for

service.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light

The warning light switches on and a message is

displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is lower

than the recommended value and/or that slow pres

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sure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal tire duration

and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed.

Should one or more tires be in the condition mentioned

above, the display will show the indications corresponding

to each tire.

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be

checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation

pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the

vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. If your vehicle

has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the

vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should

determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped

with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illumi

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nates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your

tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the

low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and

check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the

CAUTION!

Do not continue driving with one or more flat tires as

handling may be compromised. Stop the vehicle,

avoiding sharp braking and steering. If a tire puncture

occurs, repair immediately using the dedicated tire

repair kit and contact an authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

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proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated

tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.

Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread

life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping

ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire

maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain

correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached

the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pres

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sure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunc

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tion indicator to indicate when the system is not operating

properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with

the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a

malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one

minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This

sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as

long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indi

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cator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or

signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions

may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation

of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that

prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check

the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more

tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replace

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ment or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to

continue to function properly.

Vehicle Security Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the vehicle

security alarm system has detected an attempt to

break into the vehicle.

CAUTION!

The TPMS has been optimized for the original

equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and

warning have been established for the tire size equipped

on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor

damage may result when using replacement equipment

that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.

Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Using

aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to become

inoperable. After using an aftermarket tire sealant it is

recommended that you take your vehicle to an

authorized dealer to have your sensor function checked.

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Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)

The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light

(MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic System

called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic

transmission control systems. This warning light will illu

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minate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position before

engine start. After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN

position, if there is a problem with the Sentry Key System,

the Vehicle Security Light will turn on. This condition will

result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. If the

bulb does not come on when turning the ignition switch

from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked

promptly.

NOTE:

This warning light will illuminate when the vehicle security

alarm system has detected an attempt to break into the

vehicle.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor

quality fuel, etc., may illuminate the light after engine start.

The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through

several typical driving styles. In most situations, the vehicle

will drive normally and will not require towing.

When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert

serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of

power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle

should be serviced by an authorized dealer as soon as

possible if this occurs.

WARNING!

A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced

above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal

operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive

slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry

plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result in death

or serious injury to the driver, occupants or others.

CAUTION!

Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light

(MIL) on could cause damage to the vehicle control

system. It also could affect fuel economy and

driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic

converter damage and power loss will soon occur.

Immediate service is required.

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Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Warning Light — If
Equipped

The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light in

the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition is

placed in the ON/RUN or MAR/ON/RUN position, and

when ESC is activated. It should go out with the engine running. If

the “ESC Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine

running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this

light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has

been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than

30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible

to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.
• The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” and the “ESC Indicator

Light” come on momentarily each time the ignition is

placed in the ON/RUN or MAR/ON/RUN position.

• Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN or MAR/ON/

RUN, the ESC system will be on, even if it was turned off

previously.

• The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds

when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when

ESC becomes inactive.

• This light will come on when the vehicle is in an ESC event.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light —
If Equipped

This warning light indicates the Electronic Stability

Control (ESC) is off.

Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN,

the ESC system will be on, even if it was turned off previously.

Green Indicator Lights

Turn Signal Indicator Lights

When the left or right turn signal is activated, the

turn signal indicator will flash independently and

the corresponding exterior turn signal lamps will

flash. Turn signals can be activated when the multifunction

lever is moved down (left) or up (right).

NOTE:

• A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven

more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.

• Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either

indicator flashes at a rapid rate.