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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator
SRS malfunction; see dealer as soon as possible.

Charging System Indicator
Battery is not being charged; see dealer as soon as possible.

 


Maintenance Required (MAINT REQD) Indicator
Flashes when scheduled maintenance is due; stays on until reset when maintenance is past due.

Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Indicator
Possible DRL malfunction. Vehicle headlights work normally, but DRL does not function; see dealer as soon as possible.

 


Temperature Gauge
If the needle is in the red zone, turn off then engine immediately, or as soon as safely possible; refer to the owner’s manual for more information.

Low Tire Pressure
Tire inflation should be checked monthly or any time the low tire pressure light is illuminated on the instrument panel (vehicles equipped with tire pressure monitoring systems).

 


Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator
Possible emissions system malfunction – lights when the ignition is turned ON (II) and goes out after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there may be an emissions system malfunction. Continued operation with this indicator on could result in serious damage.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
Possible emissions system malfunction – lights when the ignition is turned ON (II) and goes out after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there may be an emissions system malfunction. Continued operation with this indicator on could result in serious damage.

 


Low Oil Pressure Indicator
If it comes on and stays on, the engine has low oil pressure. This can cause severe damage; turn the engine off as soon as safely possible, and refer to the owner’s manual for more information. If the indicator flashes, there is a momentary loss in oil pressure, which indicates engine oil level may be low. Turn the engine off as soon as safely possible, and check the oil level. Refer to the owner’s manual for more information.

Parking BRAKE and/or BRAKE System Indicator
Check to see if the parking brake is on. If the brake is not applied; check brake fluid level in brake reservoir and check for fluid leaks. Refer to the owner’s manual for more information.