Indicators

INDICATOR/WARNING MESSAGE DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

































CHANGE ENGINE OIL
The IPC illuminates the CHANGE ENGINE OIL indicator in the message center when the powertrain control module (PCM) determines that the engine oil should be changed. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM indicating the remaining oil life percent. Once the oil is changed, perform the engine oil monitor reset procedure in order to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL indicator.

LOW FUEL
The IPC illuminates the LOW FUEL indicator in the message center when the fuel level is less than 11 percent (1/16) of a tank. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM indicating fuel level percent.

LOW ENG OIL LEVEL
The IPC illuminates the LOW ENG OIL LEVEL indicator in the message center when the PCM detects a low engine oil condition, the signal circuit is high. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM requesting illumination.

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

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
The IPC illuminates the SERVICE VEHICLE SOON indicator in the message center when the PCM or the BCM detects certain non-emissions related malfunctions. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the PCM or from the BCM requesting illumination.