2016 Cadillac ELR Display Screen Messages | Setting Guide

2016 Cadillac ELR Display Screen Messages | Setting Guide

The Cadillac ELR enthralled auto aficionados in 2016 with its svelte styling, state-of-the-art comforts, and cutting-edge technology. This elegant car’s user-friendly display screen system, which acts as the hub for a plethora of settings and functions, is at its core. Drivers have a smooth interface to connect with their car thanks to the ELR’s display screen, which offers everything from entertainment to navigation, vehicle diagnostics to climate control. But without a thorough manual, learning this interface can be a difficult undertaking. In order to provide drivers with the information and assurance to get the most out of their Cadillac experience, we explore the many options and messages that appear on the ELR’s display screen in-depth in this blog article. Whether you’re an experienced ELR owner or thinking about becoming a member of the Cadillac community, this book will help you understand the nuances of the ELR’s screen, turning it from a blank piece of hardware into a customized cockpit that suits your tastes and requirements.

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Information Displays

Center Stack Display
The center stack screen displays Charging, Power Flow, and Energy Information. See the information that follows. Climate Control, Infotainment, and Vehicle Personalization information is also displayed on this screen.

For more information on these systems, see:

• Dual Automatic Climate Control System 
• The infotainment manual.
• Vehicle Personalization 

The center stack controls only need a light touch to operate and work best with bare hands. The controls will work with most gloves although they may take longer to respond. Use the finger pad rather than the fingertip to minimize response time. If the controls are not responding, remove the gloves. To view the Power Flow, Charging, and Energy Information, press the

button on the infotainment display.

Power Flows
To view the Power Flow screens, press the

button on the infotainment display and then press the Power Flow button at the bottom of the touch screen. The Power Flow screens indicate the current system operating condition. The screens show the energy flow between the engine, electric drive unit, and high-voltage battery. These components will be highlighted when they are active.

Battery Power – The battery is active with energy flowing to the wheels.

Battery Power – The vehicle is stationary in electric mode and no power is flowing to the wheels.

Engine Power – The engine is active with energy flowing to the wheels

Engine Power – The vehicle is stationary in extended range mode and no power is flowing to the wheels

Engine and Battery Power – Both the engine and battery are active with energy flowing to the wheels.

Engine and Regen Power Recovery – The engine is active. Power from the wheels returns to the battery during regenerative braking or coasting.

Regen Power Recovery – Power from the wheels returns to the battery during regenerative braking or coasting.

Power Off – No power is flowing to the wheels

Programmable Charging

Important Information AboutPortable Electric Vehicle Charging

• Charging an electric vehicle can stress a building’s electrical system more than a typical household appliance.
• Before you plug into any electrical outlet, have a qualified electrician inspect and verify the electrical system (electrical outlet, wiring, junctions, and protection devices) for heavy-duty service at a 12-amp continuous load.
• Electrical outlets may wear out with normal usage or be damaged over time, making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging.
• Check the electrical outlet/plug while charging and discontinuing use if the electrical outlet/plug is hot, then have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified electrician.
• When outdoors, plug into an electrical outlet that is weather-proof while in use.
• Mount the charging cord to reduce strain on the electrical outlet/plug.

Warning
Improper use of portable electric vehicle charge cords may cause a fire, electrical shock, or burns, and may result in damage to property, serious injury, or death.

Warning 

• Do not use extension cords, multi-outlet power strips, splitters, grounding adaptors, surge protectors, or similar devices.
• Do not use an electrical outlet that is worn or damaged or one that will not hold the plug firmly in place.
• Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly grounded.
• Do not use an electrical outlet that is on a circuit with other electrical loads.

See the charge cord user guide.

Programmable Charge Modes
This vehicle has three programmable charge modes. To View the current charge mode status in the center stack display, press the

button in the infotainment display and then press CHARGING at the bottom of the touch screen. The Charge Start and Charge Complete time estimates are also displayed on the screen. These estimates are most accurate when the vehicle is plugged in and in moderate temperature conditions. Also, to get an accurate time estimate, the vehicle uses an internal clock for programmable charging, not the clock in the center stack.

Charge Mode Status

Immediately: The vehicle starts charging as soon as it is connected to an electrical outlet.

Delayed (Departure Time): The vehicle estimates the charging start time considering the programmed departure time for the current day of the week. Charging begins at the start time and is complete by the departure time only if sufficient time is allowed after the charge cord is plugged in.

Delayed (Electric Rate and Departure Time): The vehicle estimates the charging start time based on the utility rate schedule, utility rate preference, and the programmed departure time for the current day of the week. The vehicle will charge during the least expensive rate periods to achieve a full battery charge by the departure time. Electrical rate information from the utility company for the charging location is required for this mode. Also, if the selected electric rate settings result in a very long charge completion time, the vehicle will start charging immediately upon plug-in. For example, if the electric rate table is set up with all “Peak” rates and the rate preference is to charge during “Off-Peak” rates only, then the vehicle will start charging immediately upon plug-in.

Charge Limit Selection
The Charge Limit Preference setting allows the customer to select their vehicle’s charge level so it matches the capability of their charging location. If the vehicle consistently stops charging after plugging in, or if a circuit breaker continues to trip, reducing to a lower Charge Limit Preference may resolve the issue.

The Charge Limit Preference should be configured to match the electrical current rating for the electrical outlet that the charge cord is connected to.

The Charge Limit Preference settings are:

• Maximum: Limits AC to 12 amps
• Reduced: Limits AC to 8 amps

Exact current levels may vary from the values shown in this manual. Please check the vehicle for the current available levels. The Charge Limit Preference setting can be changed at any time while the centre stack display is operable. For some vehicles, the Charge Limit Preference must be updated before the vehicle is charged and the Charge Limit Preference will reset to a default value when the vehicle is shifted from P (Park).

Warning
Using a charge level that exceeds the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity may start a fire or damage the electrical circuit. Use the lowest charge level until a qualified electrician inspects the electrical circuit capacity. Use the lowest charge level if the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity is not known.

Charge Mode Selection
From the Charge Mode Status screen, press Change Charge Mode

Select one option:

• Immediately upon plugging in.
• Delayed based on departure time.
• Delayed based on electric rates and departure time.

Departure Time Entry
From the Delayed Charge Mode Status screen, press Next Planned Departure to change the departure time for each day of the week to match your schedule.

1. Press the day to change.
2. Press + or − to change the hours and minutes.
3. Press + or − to change AM or PM.
4. Press

BACK to store changes and return to the previous screen

Charge Rate Information
From the Delayed (Electric Rate and Departure Time) Charge Mode Status screen, touch Charge Rate Information.

Select one of the following:

• Electric Rate Schedule.
• Charge Rate Preference.

Charge Rate Preference Selection
From the Charge Rate Information screen, press Charge Rate Preference.

Press one of the following options to select the Charge Rate Preference

• Charge during Peak, Mid-Peak, and Off-Peak Rates: The vehicle can charge during any rate period to satisfy the next planned departure time. However, it will select when to charge to minimize the total cost of the charge.
• Charge during Mid-Peak and Off-Peak Rates: The vehicle will charge during Off-Peak and/or Mid-Peak rate periods only and will select when to charge to minimize the total cost of the charge.
• Charge during Off-Peak Rates: The vehicle will only charge during Off-Peak rate periods.

Charging begins at the start time and is complete by the departure time only if sufficient time is allowed after the charge cord is plugged in. For example, if the vehicle is plugged in for only one hour before the departure time, and the battery is completely discharged, the vehicle will not be fully charged by the departure time regardless of the rate selection.

Also, if the selected electric rate settings result in a very long charge completion time, the vehicle will start charging immediately upon plug-in. For example, if the electric rate table is set up with all “Peak” rates and the rate preference is to charge during “Off-Peak” rates only, then the vehicle will start charging immediately upon plug-in.

Electric Rate Plan Selection
Electric rates, or cost per unit, may vary based on time, weekday/ weekend, and season. During the day when the electricity demand is high, the rates are usually higher and called Peak rates. At night when the electricity demand is low, the rates are usually lower and called Off-Peak rates. In some areas, a Mid-Peak rate is offered.

Contact the utility company to obtain the rate schedule for your area. The summer and winter start dates must be established to use a summer/ winter schedule.

From the Charge Rate Information screen, press the Electric Rate Schedule button.

To edit the Summer/Winter Schedule:

1. Select Summer/Winter for the Rate Schedule Type.
2. Press Edit Electric Rate Schedule.

To edit the Yearly Schedule:

1. Select Yearly for the Rate Schedule Type.
2. Press Edit Electric Rate Schedule.

Summer/Winter Schedule Start Date Entering
From the Edit Electric Rate Schedule screen, press Edit Summer/Winter Start Dates.

1. Press Summer.
2. Press + or − to set the month and day for the start of summer.
3. Press Winter.
4. Press + or − to set the month and day for the start of winter.
5. Press Edit Summer Schedule or Edit Winter Schedule to edit the daily electric rate schedule.

Electric Rate Schedule Editing
From the Edit Electric Rate Schedule screen, select Weekday Schedule or Weekend Schedule.

1. Press Weekday or Weekend.
2. Select the row to be changed.
   • Weekdays are Monday through Friday and use the same rate schedule.
   • Weekends are Saturday and Sunday and use the same rate schedule.

Both weekday and weekend schedules must be set. The rate schedule only applies for 24 hours, starting at midnight and ending at midnight. There can be five rate changes for each day; not all must be used.

The finish times must be consecutive. If a finish time does not follow a start time, the error message displays “An invalid entry was found in the data entered. Please re-enter data.”

Electric Rate Finish Time Editing
From the Edit (Summer, Winter, or Yearly) Electric Rate Schedule screen, press Edit next to the row to change.

1. Press + or − to adjust the time.
2. Press Off-Peak, Mid-Peak, or Peak to select the electric rate.
3. Press

SAVE to store changes

Only the finish time can be edited. The start time is automatically populated in the rate table.

Electric Rate Schedule Viewing
From the Select Electric Rate Plan screen, press View (Summer, Winter, or Yearly) Schedule.

Temporary Charge Mode Override and Cancel
Programmed Delayed Charge Modes can be temporarily overridden to an Immediate Charge Mode for one charge cycle. Also, the next planned departure time can be temporarily overridden for one charge cycle. In addition to the in-vehicle overrides via the centre stack, there are other ways to temporarily override a Delayed Charge Mode.

Temporary Override of a Delayed Charge Mode
To temporarily override a Delayed Charge Mode to Immediate Charge Mode from inside the vehicle:

1. Press Temporary Override Options on the main charging screen.
2. Press Charge Immediately at Plug In to temporarily override to an Immediate Charge Mode.

The Temporary Charge Mode Status screen will automatically display the revised charge completion time.

To cancel the temporary override, press Cancel Temporary Override Setting on the Temporary Override Options screen. Or, from the main charging screen, press the X on the far right side of the Charge Mode button.

Temporary Override of the Next Planned Departure Time
To temporarily override the Next Planned Departure Time from inside the vehicle:

1. Press Temporary Override Options on the main charging screen.
2. Press Next Departure Time.
3. Press the + or – button to change the Next Departure Time.
4. Press SAVE to confirm a temporary override of the Next Planned Departure Time.

The Temporary Charge Mode Status screen will automatically display the revised charge completion time.

The Temporary Departure Time can only be updated for the same day as the original Next Planned Departure Time. Also, the vehicle will not accept a Temporary Departure Time that is before the present time of day.

To cancel the temporary override of the Next Planned Departure Time:

• From the Temporary Override Options screen, press the Cancel Temporary Override Setting button.
• From the main charging screen, press the X on the right side of the respective override text. When you override to an immediate charge mode, the X will be on the far right side of the Charge Mode button. When you override the departure time of either delayed charge mode, the X will be on the far right side of the Next Planned Departure button.

Location Based Charging
This feature allows charging settings to be customized when the vehicle is at home or away from home. The charge mode and charge level preference will be updated based on vehicle location. The charging customization settings will be the saved home profile settings at home and Charge immediately when away from home.

Using Location-Based Charging
To use location-based charging, a home location must first be stored.
To store a home location:

1. From the Home screen, touch Settings.
2. Touch Vehicle.
3. Touch Energy Settings.
4. Touch Location-Based Charging.
5. Touch Set Home Location.
6. A pop-up will confirm the setting and the compass will be lit. In addition, the Set Home location will change to Update Home Location.

To turn location-based charging on or off:

1. Follow Steps 1–4 under “Using Location-Based Charging” to get to the Location-Based Charging screen.
2. Touch ON or OFF to turn the system on or off.

Updating Home Location
To update the home location:

1. Follow Steps 1–4 under “Using Location-Based Charging” to get to the Location-Based Charging screen.
2. Choose Update Home Location.
3. Choose:

Update: Use when the vehicle is parked in a new location.
Cancel: Use to cancel this operation and make no changes.
Remove: Use to remove the stored home location from the vehicle. This will turn the feature off because there will be no home location stored.
Expiration: Use to store the charge level preference at the home location for up to 90 days. After 90 days, a notification will display on the screen and the charge level preference will need to be reset for the next 90 days.

Charging Interrupted or Overridden Pop-Up

The Charging Interrupted or An overridden pop-up will appear if any of the following conditions occur:

• The charging settings have been modified via OnStar through the website or the Mobile App. For example, the Departure Time Tables, the Rate Tables, or the Charge Mode was updated using the customer website (available in select regions).
• There was an unintended loss of AC power during the plug-in charge event. For example, there was a power outage or the charge cord was unplugged from the wall.
• The charge process was interrupted by the utility company via OnStar as authorized by the vehicle owner (available in select regions).

Programmable Charging Disabled

When the Programmable Charging system is disabled, the Default Charge Mode Status screen and the pop-up will display “- -:- -” for the Charge Complete Time. The A programmable Charging system will be disabled if the Charge Complete Time cannot be confidently estimated. If the Programmable charging system is consistently disabled, see your dealer.

Energy Information
To view the Energy Usage, press the

button on the infotainment display and then press the INFO button at the bottom of the touch screen.

Energy Usage

The Energy Usage screen displays information for the total of all drive cycles since the last time the high-voltage battery was fully charged. This includes the distance traveled in the Electric Mode, distance traveled in the Extended Range Mode, total distance traveled, electric energy used from the battery, total fuel used, and average fuel economy. There are maximum limits to some of the values that can be displayed.

When these values are replaced with dashes, the value limits have been reached. To reset these values, the high-voltage battery will need to be fully recharged. The circle graph also represents the percentage of distance traveled using Electric Mode versus Extended Range Mode. The Lifetime Fuel Economy is a total over the life of the vehicle and can only be reset by the dealer. The Energy Usage information will also appear automatically on power off when Retained Accessory Power is active. This automatic pop-up can be disabled through vehicle personalization.

Driver Information Center (DIC)
The DIC is displayed in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.

: Move SEL up or down to go to the previous or next selection.

: Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster. Press

to go back to the previous menu.

SEL (Select): Press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.

DIC Information Displays
The following is the list of all possible DIC information displays. Some of the information displays may not be available for your particular vehicle.

Trip A or Trip B and Average Fuel Economy: The Trip display shows the current distance traveled, in either kilometre (km) or miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last reset. The trip odometer can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active.

The Average Fuel Economy display shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change as driving conditions change. The Average Fuel Economy can be reset along with the trip odometer by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active.

Compass and Speed: Shows the direction the vehicle is driving and the vehicle speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).

Total Range: Shows the remaining distance the vehicle can be driven combining the electric range and fuel range.

Oil Life: The Oil Life display shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains.

When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. The oil should be changed as soon as possible.  In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended.

Remember, the Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, press and hold SEL for several seconds while the Oil Life display is active.

Tyre Pressure: This shows the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tyre pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure is low, the value for that tire is shown in amber.

Average Speed: This shows the average speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this value. The average speed can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active speed can be reset by pressing and holding SEL while this display is active.

Timer: This display can be used as a timer. To start the timer, press SEL while this display is active. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset. To stop the timer, press SEL briefly while this display is active and the timer is running. To reset the timer to zero, press and hold SEL while this display is active.

Speed Limit: Shows the current speed limit. The information for this page comes from a roadway database.

Follow Distance Indicator: When Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not engaged, the current follow-time to the vehicle ahead is displayed as a time value on this page. When ACC has been engaged, the display switches to the gap setting page. This page shows the current gap setting along with the vehicle ahead telltale.

Coolant Temperature: Shows the engine coolant temperature in either degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F).

Blank Page: The Blank Page display allows for no information to be displayed in the cluster-info display areas.

Vehicle Messages

Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may be displayed one after the other.

The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing SEL. The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed. All messages should be taken seriously and clearing the messages do not correct the problem.

The following are some of the vehicle messages that may be displayed depending on the vehicle content.

Battery and Charging Messages

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
This message is displayed when the vehicle has detected that the 12-volt battery voltage has dropped and vehicle features are being disabled. The 12-volt battery-saver system starts reducing certain features trying to save the charge of the 12-volt battery. Turn off unnecessary features to allow the battery to recharge.

THE BATTERY IS TOO COLD, PLUG-IN TO WARM
This message was displayed during extremely cold temperatures when the vehicle will not start until the high voltage battery is warm enough.

Plug the vehicle in and make sure the vehicle is off to allow the charging system to warm the high voltage battery, then the vehicle can be started.

CHARGE CORD CONNECTED
This message is displayed when the charge cord is connected to the vehicle. The vehicle cannot be shifted out of P (Park) with the charge cord connected.

CHARGE DOOR OPEN
This message is displayed when the charge door is open and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). The charging door should be kept fully closed when the vehicle is not charging..

LOW BATTERY
This message is displayed when the 12-volt battery voltage is low. See Battery.

SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a fault in the 12-volt battery charging system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

SERVICE HIGH VOLTAGE CHARGING SYSTEM
This message is displayed when there is a problem with the high-voltage charging system. See your dealer for service.

Brake System Messages

BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low. 

STEP ON THE BRAKE TO RELEASE PARK BRAKE
This message is displayed if you attempt to release the Electric Parking Brake without the brake pedal applied. 

RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed if the Electric Parking Brake is on while the vehicle is in motion. 

SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message may be displayed when there is a problem with the brake boost assist system. The brake boost assist motor may be heard and brake pedal pulsation may be felt. This is normal under these conditions. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

SERVICE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed when there is a problem with the parking brake. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

Compass Messages
Dashes may be displayed if the vehicle temporarily loses communication with the Global Positioning System (GPS).

Cruise Control Messages

ADAPTIVE CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message is displayed when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) speed is set.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
This message displays when attempting to activate Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) when it is temporarily unavailable. The ACC system does not need service.

This can occur under the following conditions:

• ACC is turned on when the vehicle is stopped.
• The radar cannot see objects well. See the next message

FRONT RADAR BLOCKED
This message can occur under the following conditions:

• The radar is not clean. Keep the radar sensors free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. Clean the entire front and/or rear of the vehicle.
• Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance.

CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message displays when the cruise control speed is set.

NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS PEDAL APPLIED
This message is displayed when Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is active and the driver is pressing the gas pedal. When this occurs, ACC will not brake.

SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
If this message displays, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Forward Collision Alert (FCA), and/or the Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System may not work. Do not use these systems until the vehicle has been repaired.

SHIFT TO THE PARK BEFORE EXITING
This message may be displayed if Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is engaged in holding the vehicle at a stop, and the driver attempts to exit the vehicle. Put the vehicle in P (Park) before exiting.

Door Ajar Messages

DOOR OPEN
A door open symbol will be displayed on the DIC showing that the door is open. If the vehicle has been shifted out of P (Park), a DOOR The OPEN message will also be displayed. The DOOR OPEN message may also be displayed if the vehicle starts to move. Close the door completely.

HOOD OPEN
This message will display along with a hood open symbol when the hood is open. A chime may also sound. Close the hood completely.

TRUNK OPEN
This message will display along with a symbol when the trunk is open. Close the trunk completely.

Drive Mode Messages

HOLD MODE NOT AVAILABLE
This message displays when in Hold Mode and the mode becomes unavailable.

MOUNTAIN MODE NOT AVAILABLE
This message displays when in Mountain Mode and the mode becomes unavailable.

SPORT MODE NOT AVAILABLE
This message displays when in Sport Mode and the mode becomes unavailable.

Electric Drive Unit Messages

SHIFT TO PARK
This message displays when the vehicle should be shifted to P (Park). This may appear when attempting to turn off the vehicle when it is not in P (Park).

Engine Cooling System Messages

ENGINE OVERHEATED — REDUCE SPEED
This message is displayed when the engine coolant temperature or engine oil is too hot. Reduce speed and allow the vehicle to cool down.

ENGINE OVERHEATED — TURN VEHICLE OFF
This message displays continuous chime sounds if the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage. This message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature.

Engine Oil Messages

CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the oil life system.

ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE ENGINE
This message is displayed when the engine oil temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down.

ENGINE OIL LOW — ADD OIL
On some vehicles, this message displays when the engine oil level may be too low. Check the oil level before filling to the recommended level. If the oil is not low and this message remains on, take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

OIL PRESSURE LOW — STOP ENGINE
This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Fuel System Messages

CLOSE FUEL DOOR
This message is displayed when the fuel door is open and the vehicle is moving.

ENGINE NOT AVAILABLE ADD FUEL
This message displays when the engine is not available due to running out of fuel. The vehicle can continue to be driven by an Electric Mode until the battery is depleted but will have reduced acceleration. When this message is displayed, refuel the vehicle. 

FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays when the vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as soon as possible.

READY TO REFUEL
This message is displayed when the fuel system is depressurized and the vehicle can be refueled.

TIGHTEN GAS CAP
This message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the fuel cap.

WAIT TO REFUEL
This message is displayed when the fuel system is pressurized. You must wait to refuel the vehicle until this message goes off.

Key and Lock Messages

NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE THE KEY IN THE TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE
This message displays when trying to start the vehicle if an RKE transmitter is not detected. The transmitter battery may be weak.

NO REMOTE DETECTED
This message is displayed when the transmitter battery may be weak.

NO REMOTE DETECTED PRESS THE BRAKE TO RESTART
This message is displayed when attempting to turn off the vehicle and the RKE transmitter is no longer detected. Restarting is allowed without the RKE transmitter for five minutes. Press the brake pedal and start button to restart the vehicle.

NUMBER OF KEYS PROGRAMMED
This message is displayed when programming new keys to the vehicle.

REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE
This message is displayed when leaving the vehicle with the RKE transmitter still inside.

REPLACE THE BATTERY IN THE REMOTE KEY
This message is displayed when the battery in the RKE transmitter needs to be replaced. Lamp Messages

AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON/OFF
This message is displayed when the automatic light control has been turned on or off. 

XX TURN INDICATOR FAILURE
When one of the turn signals is out, this message show which bulb needs to be replaced.

TURN SIGNAL ON
This message is displayed if the turn signal has been left on. Turn off the turn signal.

Object Detection System Messages

AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP OFF
This message is displayed when the Front Automatic Braking (FAB) system has been turned off. 

AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP UNAVAILABLE
This message is displayed when the Front Automatic Braking (FAB) system has been unavailable for some time. The FAB System does not need service.

This can occur under the following conditions:

• The radar is not clean. Keep the radar sensors free of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. Clean the entire front and/or rear of the vehicle. 
• Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar object detection or camera performance. This message may also be displayed if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak system.

FORWARD COLLISION ALERT OFF
This message is displayed when the Forward Collision Alert has been turned off. This message may also be displayed when the Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System has been set to Off or Alert Only.

FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED CLEAN WINDSHIELD
This message displays when the camera is blocked. Cleaning the outside of the windshield behind the rearview mirror may correct the issue. The Lane Departure Warning system will not operate.

LANE CHANGE ALERT OFF
This message indicates that the driver has turned the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) and the Lane Change Alert (LCA) systems off.

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING UNAVAILABLE
This message displays when attempting to activate the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system when it is temporarily unavailable. The LDW system does not need service.

This message could be due to the camera being blocked. Cleaning the outside of the windshield behind the rearview mirror may correct the issue.

PARK ASSIST OFF
This message displays when the Parking Assist system has been turned off or when there is a temporary condition causing the system to be disabled.

SERVICE AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP
If this message displays, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system.

SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM
If this message displays, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system.

In the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) the system may not work. Do not use this system until the vehicle has been repaired.

SERVICE FRONT CAMERA
If this message remains on after continued driving, the vehicle needs service. Do not use the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Forward Collision Alert (FCA) features. Take the vehicle to your dealer.

SERVICE PARK ASSIST
This message displays if there is a problem with the Parking Assist system. Do not use this system to help you park. See your dealer for service.

SERVICE SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM
If this message remains on after continued driving, the vehicle needs service. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA), and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) features will not work. Take the vehicle to your dealer.

SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE
This message indicates that Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA), and Rear Cross Traffic Alerts (RCTA) are disabled either because the sensor is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in the blind zone, or the the vehicle is passing through an open area, such as the desert, where there is insufficient data for operation. This message may also activate during heavy rain or due to road spray. The vehicle does not need service. 

Propulsion Power Messages

PROPULSION POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the propulsion power is reduced and can affect the ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. If this message stays on when the malfunction the indicator lamp is on, and the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible.

This message can be displayed when driving in mountainous terrain without using Mountain Mode or by not entering Mountain Mode soon enough to build a sufficient battery charge reserve before climbing steep grades. This is a normal operation to protect the high-voltage battery. Only if both the PROPULSION POWER IS REDUCED message and the malfunction indicator lamps are on should the vehicle be taken to the dealer for service.

While climbing the grade with this message displayed, the vehicle speed may be reduced until the engine can recover the battery state of charge to a normal level.

Ride Control System Messages

SERVICE STABILITRAK
This message displays if there is a problem with the StabiliTrak® system. If this message appears, try to reset the system. Stop; turn off the engine for at least 15 seconds; then start the engine again. If this message still comes on, it means there is a problem. See your dealer for service. The vehicle is safe to drive, however, you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce your speed and drive accordingly.

SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL
This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS). When this message is displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See your dealer for service.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned off. Adjust your driving accordingly.

TRACTION CONTROL ON
This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned on.  This message clears itself after 10 seconds.

Airbag System Messages

SERVICE AIRBAG
This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system. See your dealer for service.

Security Messages

THEFT ATTEMPTED
This message displays if the vehicle detects a tamper condition.

Service Vehicle Messages

ENGINE MAINTENANCE XXX% COMPLETE
This message displays when the Engine Maintenance Mode is running.

ENGINE NOT AVAILABLE SERVICE SOON
This message displays when the engine is not available due to a malfunction that will not allow the engine to start. The vehicle can continue to be driven in electric Mode until the battery is depleted but will have reduced acceleration. When this message is displayed, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible.

SERVICE AC SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a problem with the air conditioning system. See your dealer for service.

SERVICE HEATER SOON
This message displays if there is a problem with the heater system. See your dealer for service.

SERVICE POWER STEERING
This message displays a chime may sound when there may be a problem with the power steering system. If this message displays and a reduction in steering performance or loss of power steering assistance is noticed, see your dealer for service.

SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays if there is a problem with the vehicle. See your dealer for service. Depending on the severity of a crash, this message may come along with the airbag readiness light.

Starting the Vehicle Messages

PRESS THE BRAKE TO START
This message is displayed when attempting to start the vehicle without first pressing the brake pedal.

SERVICE KEYLESS START SYSTEM
This message is displayed if there is a problem with the pushbutton start system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service.

Tire Messages

SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
This message displays if there is a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). 

TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays when the system is learning new tyres. 

TYRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TYRE
This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the tyres is low.

This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate the location of the low tyre.

The low tyre pressure warning light will also come on. 

If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as possible. Inflate the tires by adding air until the tire pressure is equal to the values shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.

More than one tyre pressure message can appear at a time. The DIC also shows the tyre pressure values.

Vehicle Reminder Messages

ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE
This message displays when the ice conditions are possible.

Vehicle Speed Messages

SELECTED SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
This message is displayed when the vehicle speed is greater than the set speed.

Washer Fluid Messages

WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID
This message may display when the washer fluid level is low. Fill the windshield washer reservoir as soon as possible.

Window Messages

OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/ PASSENGER WINDOW
This message is displayed when the window needs to be reprogrammed. If the vehicle’s battery has been recharged or disconnected, you will need to program each front window for the express-up feature to work.

FAQs

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