For 1990-2009 cars only
- Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster before using the Symptom Tables in order to verify that all of the following are true:
- Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to the following:
| • | There are no DTCs set. |
| • | The control module(s) can communicate via the serial data link. |
Visual/Physical Inspection
| • | Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the Instrument Cluster, Head Up Display (HUD), or Audible Warning Systems. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories in Wiring Systems. |
| • | Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom. |
| • | For any indicator or driver information center (DIC) message relating to fluid level, perform a visual inspection of the fluid level before beginning diagnosis. |
| • | Verify that the indicators work properly during the bulb check. |
Intermittent
Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
Gauges
The following is a list of symptoms for the gauges:
HUD
The following is a list of HUD symptoms:
Indicators
The following is a list of symptoms for the instrument cluster indicators:
| • | ABS Indicator On or Inoperative. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - ABS in Antilock Brake System. |
| • | AIR BAG Indicator On or Inoperative. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - SIR in SIR. |
| • | Brake Warning Indicator On or Inoperative. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Hydraulic Brakes in Hydraulic Brakes. |
| • | Oil Pressure Warning Indicator On or Inoperative. Refer to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check in Engine Controls - 3.8L. |
| • | SECURITY Indicator On or Inoperative. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent in Theft Deterrent. |
| • | SERVICE ENGINE SOON Indicator (MIL) On or Inoperative. Refer to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check in Engine Controls - 3.8L. |
| • | SERVICE VEHICLE SOON Indicator On or Inoperative. Refer to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check in Engine Controls - 3.8L. |
| • | TRACTION OFF Indicator On or Inoperative. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - ABS in Antilock Brake System. |
| • | Volt Indicator Always On. Refer to VOLT Indicator Always On in Engine Electrical. |
| • | Volt Indicator Inoperative. Refer to VOLT Indicator Inoperative in Engine Electrical. |
| • | Engine Coolant Indicator Always On. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Always On in Engine Cooling. |
| • | Engine Coolant Indicator Inoperative. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Inoperative in Engine Cooling. |
| • | Fasten Safety Belt Indicator Always On. Refer to Fasten Safety Belt Indicator/Chime Always On in Seat Belts. |
| • | Fasten Safety Belt Indicator Inoperative. Refer to Fasten Safety Belt Indicator/Chime Inoperative in Seat Belts. |
| • | High Beam Indicator Always On. Refer to High Beam Indicator Always On in Lighting Systems. |
| • | High Beam Indicator Inoperative. Refer to High Beam Indicator Inoperative in Lighting Systems. |
| • | Turn Signal Always On-Left. Refer to Turn Signal Indicator Always On - Left Side in Lighting Systems. |
| • | Turn Signal Indicator Always On-Right. Refer to Turn Signal Indicator Always On - Right Side in Lighting Systems. |
| • | Turn Signal Indicator Inoperative-Left. Refer to Turn Signal Indicators Inoperative - Left Side in Lighting Systems. |
| • | Turn Signal Indicator Inoperative-Right. Refer to Turn Signal Indicators Inoperative - Right Side in Lighting Systems. |
Driver Information Center (DIC)
The following is list of symptoms for the DIC:
| • | CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Warning On or Inoperative. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Tire Inflation Monitoring in Tire Pressure Monitoring. |
| • | ENGINE COOLANT LOW CHECK LEVEL Warning On or Inoperative. Refer to Diagnostic System Check In Engine Cooling. |
| • | ENGINE OIL LOW CHECK LEVEL Warning On. Refer to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check in Engine Controls - 3.8L. |
| • | TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ACTIVE Warning On. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - ABS in Antilock Brake System. |
| • | DOOR AJAR Message Always On in Doors. |
| • | DOOR AJAR Message Inoperative in Doors. |
| • | TRUNK AJAR Message Always On in Body Rear End. |
| • | TRUNK AJAR Message Inoperative in Body Rear End. |
| • | WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID LOW Message Always On in Wiper/Washer Systems. |
| • | WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID LOW Message Inoperative in Wiper/Washer Systems. |
Instrument Cluster Dimming
The following is a list of symptoms for the instrument cluster dimming illumination:
Diagnostic System Check - Lighting Systems in Lighting Systems.
PRNDL Display
The following is a list of symptoms for the PRNDL display
