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Malfunction Indicator (MIL)
The engine computer has set diagnosistic Trouble Code requires diagnosis with professional.
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Coolant Temp Warning
Temperature has exceeded normal limits. |
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Oil Pressure Warning
If this light stays lit, indicates loss of fuel pressure. Immediately check oil level and pressure. |
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Service Vehicle Soon
A lighting or other electrical problem that is controlled by the BCM(body control module). Check all lights. It may also be used to warn a driver of a traction control problem, or a communication problem between modules. |
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Brake System
1) praking brake is on
2) Problem with the braking system/ brake fluid is low.
3) ABS problem. Check brake fluid and make sure the parking brake is fully released. |
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ABS Light
The Anti-Lock-Brake computer has set a code and needs professional diagnosis. |
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Cruise Control
The Cruise Control isset during driving. |
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Security Alert
If the symbol momentarily it may mean that the ignition switch is locked and will need the proper transpoonder-equpped key to restart. If the symbol is visible when the vehicle is on, then it typically indicates a malufunction in the security system. |
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Traction Control or ESP
Illuminates when the vehicle traction control/anti-skid or electronic stablity system is in use. Usually an indicator that conditions are slippery. |
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Overdrive Light
The vehicle's overdrive system has been manually turned off. Typically the overdrive system is controlled by an on/off switch. |
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Washer Fluid Reminder
Washer fluid is low. Fill waher fluid reservoir. |
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Fog Lamp
The vehicle's front fog lamps are illuminated. |
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Airbag Fault
If the light stays lit illuminated after starting the vehicle has found a fault in the air bag system and the computer has set a code. |
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Door Ajar
A door is not closed. Open and close all doors. If vehicle is left in this condition overnight it can drain the battery. |
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Lamp Out
There is an exterior light on the vehicle that is not functioning properly. |
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ESP Fault
There is a problem with the vehicle's traction control/anti-skid or electronic stablity system. |
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Gas Cap
The gas cap is not tightened properly. If not addressed, quite often the cheack engine light will also illuminate. |
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Reduced Power Warning
Engine computer has limited engine power output. The ECM has many levels of reduced power depending on what component has failed in its control system. |
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TPM (Tire Presure Monitoring System)
The tire pressure monitoring system has failed a tire with low air prsesure or there may be a sensor malfunction. |
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Oil Change Reminder
Oil life has expired. This is monitored by the ECM; the interval can be milage or a combination of readings taken by the ECM. |
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Transmission Temperature
Is operating higher than optimum temperature as transmission fluid is hotter than normal. |
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Battery/Charging Alert
Voltage level is below normal level and hte vehicle's charging system is not functioning properly. |
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