2023 Jeep Avenger Warning and Indicator Lights
The dashboard of the 2023 Jeep Avenger is a complex network. At the center of this network is a cluster of warning and indicator lights that use a visual language to tell the driver and the vehicle important information. These lights are not just for looks; they are the vehicle’s way of communicating important information about its health, safety, and functions. With a wide range of lights, from warnings about engine problems to reminders to put on seatbelts, these help drivers stay aware and act quickly when they need to. The symphony of lights shows the status of different parts of the car, such as the tire pressure, ABS, airbags, and outdoor lighting. Each light shows a different part of the car’s status, so you can get a full picture of how it’s doing. When the driver looks at these lights, it’s like they’re talking to the car. This creates a bridge of awareness that makes the 2023 Jeep Avenger safer, faster, and more fun to drive overall.
WARNING INDICATOR LAMPS
WARNING
Warning lights may be accompanied by a specific message and/or sound when implemented on the instrument panel. These indications are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be considered as exhaustive and/or alternative to the information contained in the Owner Handbook, which you are advised to read carefully in all cases. Always refer to the information in this section in the event of a failure indication. Displayed as symbols, the warning and indicator lamps inform the driver of the occurrence of a malfunction (warning lamps) or of the operating status of a system (operation or deactivation indicator lamps). Certain lamps light up in two ways (fixed or flashing) and/or in several colours.
Associated warnings
The illumination of a lamp may be accompanied by an audible signal and/or a message displayed in a screen. Relating the type of alert to the operating status of the vehicle allows you to determine whether the situation is normal or whether a fault has occurred: refer to the description of each lamp for further information.
When the ignition is switched on
Certain red or orange warning lamps come on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. These warning lamps should go off as soon as the engine is started. For more information on a system or a function, refer to the corresponding section.
Persistent warning lamp
If a red or orange warning lamp comes on, there may be fault which needs further investigation.
If a lamp remains lit
The tables in the next pages indicate whether you should contact a Jeep Dealership in addition to the immediate recommended actions.
LIST OF WARNING AND INDICATOR LAMPS
Red Warning Indicator Lamps.
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STOP Fixed, associated with another warning lamp, accompanied by the display of a message and an audible signal. A serious fault with the engine, braking system, power steering or a major electrical fault has been detected. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off the ignition. Then contact a Jeep Dealership. |
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Maximum coolant temperature
Fixed. The temperature of the cooling system is too high. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off the ignition, then wait until the engine has cooled down before topping up the level, if necessary. If the problem persists, contact a Jeep Dealership. |
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Low engine oil pressure
Fixed. There is a fault with the engine lubrication system. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off the ignition. Then contact a Jeep Dealership. 36) |
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System malfunction (Electric versions)
Fixed. The electric traction system is faulty. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off the ignition. Then contact a Jeep Dealership. |
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Cable connected (Electric versions)
Fixed when the ignition is switched on. The charging cable is connected to the vehicle’s connector. Fixed when the ignition is switched on, accompanied by a message. It is not possible to start the vehicle while the charging cable is connected to the vehicle’s connector. Disconnect the charging cable and close the flap. |
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Conventional battery charge fault
Fixed. The battery charging circuit is faulty (e.g. dirty terminals, loose or severed alternator belt). Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off the ignition. If the electric parking brake stops working, immobilise the vehicle: With the manual gearbox, engage a gear. With the Electric Drive Unit, fit the chocks against one of the wheels. Clean and tighten the terminals. If the warning lamp does not go off when the engine is started, contact a Jeep Dealership. |
IMPORTANT
If the symbol 
switches on while driving, stop the engine immediately and contact a Jeep Dealership.
Table Orange warning/indicator lamps
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Service
Temporarily on, accompanied by the display of a message: one or more minor faults, for which there is/are no specific warning lamp(s), have been detected. Identify the cause of the fault using the message displayed on the instrument panel. You may be able to deal with some faults yourself, such as changing the battery in the remote control. For other faults, such as with the tyre underinflation detection system, go to a Jeep Dealership. Fixed, accompanied by the display of a message: one or more major faults, for which there is/are no specific warning lamp(s), have been detected. Identify the cause of the fault using the message displayed on the instrument panel, then go to a Jeep Dealership. Fixed, accompanied by a dedicated message: automatic release of the electric parking brake is unavailable. Contact a Jeep Dealership. |
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Braking fault
Fixed: a minor fault with the braking system has been detected. Drive carefully. Go to a Jeep Dealership. 68) |
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Electric parking brake malfunction
Fixed, accompanied by a dedicated message: the vehicle cannot be immobilised with the engine running. If manual application and release commands are not working, the electric parking brake control is faulty. The automatic functions must be used at all times and are automatically reactivated in the event of a fault with the control. Contact a Jeep Dealership. |
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Electric parking brake fault
Fixed, accompanied by a dedicated message. The electric parking brake is faulty: manual and automatic functions may not be working. When stationary, to immobilise the vehicle: Pull the electric parking brake control and hold it for approximately 7 to 15 seconds, until the indicator lamp lights up on the instrument panel. If this procedure does not work, secure the vehicle: Park on a level surface. With a manual gearbox, engage a gear. With an Electric Drive Unit, select P, then place the supplied chocks against one of the wheels. Then contact a Jeep Dealership |
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Under-inflation
Fixed. The pressure in one or more tyres is too low: check the pressure of the tyres as soon as possible. Reinitialise the Tyre Underinflation Detection System after adjusting the pressure. |
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Tyre Underinflation Detection System fault
Underinflation warning lamp flashing then fixed and Service warning lamp fixed: the Tyre Underinflation Detection System is faulty. Underinflation detection is no longer monitored. Check the tyre pressures as soon as possible and go to a Jeep Dealership. |
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Close Obstacle Detection
Fixed, accompanied by an onscreen message: the sensors are blocked. Flashing, an obstacle is detected by the system. |
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Close Obstacle Detection OFF
(where provided) Fixed, accompanied by an onscreen message and an audible signal: the system is deactivated. |
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Close Obstacle Detection fault Fixed, associated with the Service warning lamp, accompanied by the display of a message and an audible signal. The system has a fault. Go to a Jeep Dealership. |
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Airbags fault
Fixed, associated with the Service warning lamp and accompanied by the display of a message: one of the airbags or seat belt pyrotechnic pretensioners is faulty. Go to a Jeep Dealership. 69) 70) |
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Lane Keeping Assist fault
Fixed, accompanied by the display of a message and an audible signal. The system has a fault. Contact a Jeep Dealership. |
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StopStart
(where provided) Fixed, accompanied by the display of a message: the StopStart system has been deactivated manually. The engine will not switch off at the next traffic stop. Reactivate the system via the touch screen. Fixed. The StopStart system has been deactivated automatically the engine will not switch off at the next traffic stop, if the exterior temperature is: below 0°C. above +35°C For more information, refer to the “Starting and driving” section. Flashing then fixed, accompanied by a message: the system has a fault. Contact a Jeep Dealership. |
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Rear foglamps on
Fixed: the lamps are on. |
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Adaptive Headlights fault
Fixed, accompanied by an audible signal and a message: a function or camera malfunction is detected. Go to a Jeep Dealership. |
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Driver Attention Alert warning
(for versions/markets where provided) Fixed, accompanied by an audible signal and a message: if the Driver Attention Alert detect low driver alertness, high fatigue or distraction, the driver is warned by a message and an audible sound. After three alerts the message is accompanied by a more pronounced audible signal. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and take a break. |
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Traffic Sign Recognition / Speed Limit Recognition
(for versions/markets where provided) Illuminated for a few seconds: the overspeed sound is deactivated Fixed, accompained by a message: the system has a fault. Check if the sensor is dirty. If the warning lamp comes on again, go to a Jeep Dealership. |
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WARNING
- If a failure is present with sharp braking, the rear wheels may lock and the vehicle may swerve.
- If, when the ignition device is turned to ENGINE, the warning light
does not switch on or stays on while driving, there may be an anomaly in the restraint systems. In this case the airbags or pretensioners may not deploy in case of an accident or, in a more limited number of cases, they may be deployed accidentally. Before continuing, contact a Jeep Dealership to have the system immediately checked. - The failure of the warning light is signalled by the switching on of the icon on the instrument panel. In this case, the warning light may not indicate any faults with the restraint systems. Before continuing, contact a Jeep Dealership to have the system immediately checked.
IMPORTANT
If, when turning the ignition device to ENGINE, the warning light 
does not switch on, or switches on constantly or flashes while driving, contact a Jeep Dealership as soon as possible.
Green warning/indicator lamps
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StopStart (Petrol versions)
Fixed: when the vehicle stops, the StopStart puts the engine into STOP mode. Flashing temporarily: STOP mode is momentarily unavailable or START mode is automatically triggered. For more information, refer to the “Starting and driving” section. |
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Vehicle ready to drive (Electric versions)
Fixed, accompanied by an audible signal when it comes on: the vehicle is ready to drive. The indicator lamp goes out upon reaching a speed of approximately 5 km/h (3 mph) and lights up again when the vehicle stops moving. The lamp will go out when you turn off the engine and exit the vehicle. |
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Direction indicators Flashing with audible signal: the direction indicators are on. |
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Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps
Fixed. With adequate ambient light, the daytime running lamps are on. With inadequate ambient light, the sidelamps are on. |
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Dipped beam headlamps Fixed: the lamps are on. |
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Adaptive Headlights on
Fixed: the function has been activated via the touch screen. The lighting control stalk ring is in the “AUTO” position. For more information, refer to the “Knowing your car” section. |
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Front foglamps on
Fixed: the lamps are on. |
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Hill Descent Control
Fixed: the system has been activated, but the conditions for regulation are not met (gradient, speed too high, gear engaged). Flashing: the function is regulating the speed of the vehicle. The vehicle is being braked; the brake lamps come on during the descent. |
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Grey warning/indicator lamps
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Adaptive Headlights activated Fixed: the function is activated, but not available. All the operating conditions have not been met |
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Blue warning/indicator lamps
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Main beam headlamps on
Fixed. The lamps are on. |
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White warning lamps
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Fuel level
Fixed. The graphic bar shows the fuel quantity in the fuel tank. The triangle to the side of the symbol indicates the side of the car with the fuel filler. |
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High-voltage battery level
Fixed. The graphic bar shown on the display indicates the high-voltage battery state of charge. The triangle to the side of the symbol indicates the side of the car with the charging port. |
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FAQ
A1: Warning and indicator lights are visual cues on the vehicle’s dashboard that communicate important information about the vehicle’s status and conditions.
A2: Warning lights typically indicate a potential issue or problem that requires immediate attention, while indicator lights provide information about the status of a particular function or feature.
A3: Common warning lights may include check engine, oil pressure, battery charge, brake system, airbag, and tire pressure warning lights.
A4: Yes, different trim levels of the 2023 Jeep Avenger might have varying warning lights based on the features and options available in each trim.
A5: Yes, there are usually indicator lights for functions like headlights, high beams, turn signals, and hazard lights.
A6: Yes, some models might have indicator lights for safety features such as traction control, stability control, and lane departure warning.
A7: Yes, an indicator light typically indicates whether the parking brake is engaged or not.
A8: Yes, most vehicles, including the 2023 Jeep Avenger, have seatbelt indicator lights to remind passengers to fasten their seatbelts.
A9: The ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) warning light alerts the driver when there is a problem with the vehicle’s ABS system.
A10: The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) warning light alerts the driver when one or more tires have low tire pressure.
A11: The oil pressure warning light indicates a drop in oil pressure, which could be a sign of low oil levels or engine issues.
A12: The check engine light indicates a potential issue with the vehicle’s engine or emissions system, and it usually requires further diagnostics.
A13: If equipped with adaptive cruise control, there might be an indicator light to show when the system is active.
A14: Yes, if the 2023 Jeep Avenger offers different driving modes (e.g., sport mode, eco mode), there might be indicator lights to show which mode is currently active.
A15: If a warning light comes on, it’s recommended to refer to the vehicle’s owner’s manual to understand the issue. If the light indicates a serious problem, it’s best to seek professional assistance or visit a service center for diagnostics and repairs.
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