ignition BUICK TERRAZA 2007 Workshop Manual

LOW FUEL
This message displays when your vehicle is low
on fuel. Rell the fuel tank as soon as possible.
SeeFuel Gage on page 222andFilling the Tank
on page 405for more information.
The message displays and a chime sounds
while the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the
DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and
to clear it from the screen.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
LOW OIL PRESSURE
Notice:If the LOW OIL PRESSURE warning
message appears on the DIC display, stop the
vehicle immediately. Do not drive the vehicle
until the cause of the low oil pressure is
corrected. Severe engine damage can result
from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure. See
Engine Oil on page 411for more information.
This message displays when the vehicle’s engine
oil pressure is low. The oil pressure light also
appears on the instrument panel cluster. See
Oil Pressure Light on page 220.Stop the vehicle immediately, as engine damage
can result from driving a vehicle with low oil
pressure. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer
as soon as possible when this message is
displayed.
This message displays only when the ignition is in
RUN. A chime sounds continuously when this
message is displayed.
This message cannot be acknowledged and
cleared from the screen. This message re-displays
for a few seconds if the condition still exists
when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
PARKING BRAKE ON
This message displays to alert the driver when
the vehicle’s parking brake is on, the ignition is
in RUN, and the vehicle speed is greater
than 5 mph (8 km/h). Release the parking brake
before driving. SeeParking Brake on page 137
for more information.
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The brake system warning light also appears on
the instrument panel cluster when this message
appears on the DIC. SeeBrake System Warning
Light on page 214.
A chime sounds continuously while this message
is displayed if driving above 5 mph (8 km/h).
Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this
message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
PARK LAMPS ON
This message displays to alert the driver when the
headlamps or parking lamps are on while the
ignition is off and the driver’s door is opened. See
Exterior Lamps on page 181for more information.
A chime sounds continuously while this message
is displayed.
This message cannot be acknowledged.
PASSENGER’S DOOR AJAR
This message displays when the front passenger’s
door is not closed properly. When this message
appears, make sure that the front passenger’s
door is closed completely.
This message displays while the ignition is in
RUN. A chime sounds when the ignition is shifted
out of PARK (P). Press any of the DIC buttons
to acknowledge this message and to clear it from
the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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PASSENGER’S REAR DOOR AJAR
This message displays when the passenger’s side
rear door is not closed properly. When this
message appears, make sure that the passenger’s
side rear door is closed completely.
This message displays while the ignition is in
RUN. A chime sounds when the ignition is shifted
out of PARK (P). Press any of the DIC buttons
to acknowledge this message and to clear it from
the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
PASSENGER SEATBELT IS NOT
FASTENED
This message reminds you to buckle the
passenger’s safety belt.
This message displays and a chime sounds
when the ignition is on, the driver’s safety belt is
buckled, the passenger’s safety belt is unbuckled
with the passenger airbag enabled, and the
vehicle is in motion. You should have the
passenger buckle their safety belt.
The reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on,
the vehicle is in motion, the driver is unbuckled
and the passenger is still unbuckled and the
passenger airbag is enabled. If the passenger’s
safety belt is already buckled, this message
and chime will not come on.
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REDUCED ENGINE POWER
This message displays when the vehicle’s engine
power is reduced. This happens when driving
conditions, such as climbing a steep hill, make the
transaxle overwork in a gear that may cause
damage to the vehicle’s engine or transaxle.
Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle’s
ability to accelerate.
This message displays and a chime sounds only
when the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the
DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and to
clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
REDUCED POWER STOP WHEN SAFE
This message displays when your vehicle is in
an overheated engine operating mode. This
operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to
a safe place in an emergency. In this mode,
you will notice a signicant loss in power and
engine performance. SeeOverheated Engine
Protection Operating Mode on page 425for more
information. Anytime this message is on, the
vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service
as soon as possible.
This message displays and a chime sounds only
when the ignition is in RUN. Press any of the
DIC buttons to acknowledge this message and to
clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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REMOTE START DISABLED
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this
message displays if a remote start attempt is
unsuccessful. This may be caused if any of the
following conditions are true when a remote
start attempt is made:
The remote start system is disabled through
the DIC.
The key is in the ignition.
The hood or the doors are not closed.
There is an emission control system
malfunction.
The engine coolant temperature is too high.
The oil pressure is low.
The hazard warning ashers are turned on.
The maximum number of remote starts
or remote start attempts between ignition
cycles has been reached.
The content theft-deterrent alarm is on while
attempting to remote start the vehicle.
See “REMOTE START” underDIC Vehicle
Personalization (Uplevel Only) on page 249and
“Remote Vehicle Start” underRemote Keyless
Entry System Operation on page 99for more
information.
REMOTE START ON
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, this
message displays when a remote start is initiated.
See “Remote Vehicle Start” underRemote Keyless
Entry System Operation on page 99for more
information.
RIGHT FRONT TURN LAMP OUT
This message displays when the right front turn
signal bulb needs to be replaced. SeeHeadlamps
and Sidemarker Lamps on page 443.
This message displays while the ignition is in RUN.
Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this
message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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RIGHT REAR TURN LAMP OUT
This message displays when the right rear turn
signal bulb needs to be replaced. SeeTaillamps,
Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
on page 445.
This message displays while the ignition is in RUN.
Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge this
message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE ABS SYSTEM
This message displays when the vehicle’s
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) is not functioning
properly. Have the ABS serviced by your dealer
as soon as possible.
The ABS warning light also appears on the
instrument panel cluster when this message
appears on the DIC. SeeAnti-Lock Brake System
Warning Light on page 215.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays along with the airbag
readiness light if there is a problem with the airbag
system. Have your dealer inspect the system
for problems. SeeAirbag Readiness Light
on page 210andAirbag System on page 76for
more information.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
This message displays when a problem with the
brake system has been detected. Have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as
possible.
The brake system warning light also appears on
the instrument panel cluster when this message
appears on the DIC. SeeBrake System Warning
Light on page 214.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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SERVICE PARK LAMPS
This message displays when there is a problem
with the park lamps. Check to see if the park lamp
fuse is blown and replace the fuse if necessary.
SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 497and
Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 498for
more information. If changing the fuse does not
correct the problem, see your dealer.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message
displays if there has been a problem detected with
StabiliTrak
®. SeeStabiliTrak®System on page 355.
If this message turns on while you are driving, pull
off the road as soon as possible and stop
carefully. Try resetting the system by turning the
ignition off and then back on. If this message
still stays on or turns back on again while you are
driving, your vehicle needs service. Have the
StabiliTrak
®System inspected by your dealer as
soon as possible.
This message displays only while the ignition is in
RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
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SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM
If your vehicle has the Traction Control
System (TCS), this message displays when the
system is not functioning properly. A warning light
also appears on the instrument panel cluster.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) Warning
Light on page 216. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 353for more information.
Have the TCS serviced by your dealer as soon
as possible.
This message displays only while the ignition is in
RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays when a non-emissions
related malfunction occurs. Have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer as soon as possible.
This message displays only while the ignition is in
RUN. Press any of the DIC buttons to acknowledge
this message and to clear it from the screen.
This message continues to display for two seconds
if it has not been acknowledged when the engine
is turned off. It also re-displays for two seconds if
the message has been acknowledged, but the
condition still exists when the engine is turned off.
If the condition still exists, the message re-appears
when the engine is turned on.
STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message
displays when StabiliTrak®is actively assisting you
with directional control of the vehicle. Slippery
road conditions may exist when this message is
displayed, so adjust your driving accordingly.
SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 355.
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This message displays only while the ignition is in
RUN. This message stays on until road conditions
change and StabiliTrak
®is not active.
This message cannot be acknowledged and
cleared from the screen.
STABILITY CONTROL OFF
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message
displays any time the system turns off. When this
message has been displayed, StabiliTrak
®is
no longer available to assist you with directional
control of the vehicle. Adjust your driving
accordingly. SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 355.
This message displays only while the ignition is
in RUN.
Any of the following conditions may cause the
StabiliTrak
®system to turn off:
The battery is low.
There is a StabiliTrak®system failure.
See your dealer for service.
STARTING DISABLED
This message displays if the starting of the engine
is disabled due to the electronic throttle control
system or vehicle theft-deterrent system. Have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately.
This message only appears while the ignition is
in RUN and will not disappear until the problem
is resolved.
This message cannot be acknowledged.
TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE
If your vehicle has the Traction Control
System (TCS), this message displays when the
system is on. Slippery road conditions may exist
if this message is displayed, so adjust your
driving accordingly. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) on page 353for more information.
This message only displays while the ignition is in
RUN and will not disappear until driving conditions
change and the TCS is no longer active.
This message cannot be acknowledged or
cleared from the screen.
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