light CHEVROLET CAMARO SS 2010 Owner's Manual

Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system. SeePassenger
Sensing System on page 2-28
for important safety information.
The overhead console has a
passenger airbag status indicator.When the vehicle is started, the
passenger airbag status indicator
will light ON and OFF, or the symbol
for on and off, for several seconds
as a system check. If you are
using remote start to start your
vehicle from a distance, if equipped,
you may not see the system
check. Then, after several seconds,
the status indicator will light either
ON or OFF, or either the on or
off symbol to let you know the status
of the right front passenger frontal
airbag.
If the word ON or the on symbol is
lit on the passenger airbag status
indicator, it means that the right front
passenger frontal airbag is enabled
(may inflate).If the word OFF or the off symbol is
lit on the passenger airbag status
indicator, it means that the
passenger sensing system has
turned off the right front passenger
frontal airbag.
If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if
there are no lights at all, there may
be a problem with the lights or
the passenger sensing system.
See your dealer/retailer for service.
{WARNING
If the airbag readiness light ever
comes on and stays on, it means
that something may be wrong with
the airbag system. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have
the vehicle serviced right away.
SeeAirbag Readiness Light on
page 4-17for more information,
including important safety
information. United States
Canada
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Charging System Light
The charging system light comes on
briefly when the ignition is turned
on but the engine is not running,
as a check to show the light is
working. It should go out when the
engine is started.
If the light stays on, or comes on
while driving, there may be a
problem with the electrical charging
system. Have it checked by your
dealer/retailer. Driving while this light
is on could drain the battery.
When this light comes on, the Driver
Information Center (DIC) also
displays a message.
SeeBattery Voltage and Charging
Messages on page 4-30.If a short distance must be driven
with the light on, be sure to turn off
all accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner.
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Check Engine Light
A computer system called OBD II
(On-Board Diagnostics-Second
Generation) monitors operation of
the fuel, ignition, and emission
control systems. It ensures that
emissions are at acceptable levels
for the life of the vehicle, helping
to produce a cleaner environment.
This light comes on when the
ignition is on, but the engine is not
running, as a check to show itis working. If it does not, have
the vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer.
If the check engine light comes on
and stays on, while the engine
is running, this indicates that there
is an OBD II problem and service
is required.
Malfunctions often are indicated by
the system before any problem
is apparent. Being aware of the light
can prevent more serious damage
to the vehicle. This system assists
the service technician in correctly
diagnosing any malfunction.
Notice:If the vehicle is
continually driven with this light
on, after a while, the emission
controls might not work as well,
the vehicle’s fuel economy might
not be as good, and the engine
might not run as smoothly.
This could lead to costly repairs
that might not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.
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Notice:Modications made
to the engine, transmission,
exhaust, intake, or fuel system of
the vehicle or the replacement
of the original tires with other
than those of the same Tire
Performance Criteria (TPC) can
affect the vehicle’s emission
controls and can cause this light
to come on. Modications to
these systems could lead to
costly repairs not covered by
the vehicle warranty. This could
also result in a failure to
pass a required Emission
Inspection/Maintenance test.
SeeAccessories and
Modifications on page 9-3.This light comes on during a
malfunction in one of two ways:
Light Flashing:A misfire condition
has been detected. A misfire
increases vehicle emissions and
could damage the emission control
system on the vehicle. Diagnosis
and service might be required.
The following can prevent more
serious damage to the vehicle:
•Reduce vehicle speed.
•Avoid hard accelerations.
•Avoid steep uphill grades.
If the light continues to flash,
when it is safe to do so, stop the
vehicle. Find a safe place to
park the vehicle. Turn the engine
off, wait at least 10 seconds,
and restart the engine. If the light
is still flashing, follow the previous
steps and see your dealer/retailer
for service as soon as possible.Light On Steady:An emission
control system malfunction has been
detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis
and service might be required.
An emission system malfunction
might be corrected by:
•Make sure the fuel cap is fully
installed. SeeFilling the Tank
on page 8-46. The diagnostic
system can determine if the
fuel cap has been left off or
improperly installed. A loose or
missing fuel cap allows fuel
to evaporate into the atmosphere.
A few driving trips with the cap
properly installed should turn
the light off.
•If the vehicle has been driven
through a deep puddle of water,
the vehicle’s electrical system
might be wet. The condition is
usually corrected when the
electrical system dries out.
A few driving trips should turn
the light off.
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•Make sure to fuel the vehicle with
quality fuel. Poor fuel quality
causes the engine not to run as
efficiently as designed and can
cause: stalling after start-up,
stalling when the vehicle is
changed into gear, misfiring,
hesitation on acceleration, or
stumbling on acceleration. These
conditions might go away once
the engine is warmed up.
If one or more of these conditions
occurs, change the fuel brand
used. It will require at least one
full tank of the proper
fuel to turn the light off.
SeeGasoline Specications
on page 8-44.
If none of the above have made the
light turn off, your dealer/retailer can
check the vehicle. The dealer/retailer
has the proper test equipment and
diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical
or electrical problems that might
have developed.Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs
Some state/provincial and local
governments have or might begin
programs to inspect the emission
control equipment on the vehicle.
Failure to pass this inspection
could prevent getting a vehicle
registration.
Here are some things to know to
help the vehicle pass an inspection:
•The vehicle will not pass this
inspection if the check engine
light is on with the engine
running, or if the key is in
ON/RUN and the light is not on.
•The vehicle will not pass
this inspection if the OBD II
(on-board diagnostic) system
determines that critical emission
control systems have not been
completely diagnosed by the
system. The vehicle would
be considered not ready forinspection. This can happen
if the battery has recently been
replaced or if the battery has run
down. The diagnostic system is
designed to evaluate critical
emission control systems during
normal driving. This can take
several days of routine driving.
If this has been done and the
vehicle still does not pass
the inspection for lack of
OBD II system readiness,
your dealer/retailer can prepare
the vehicle for inspection.
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Brake System
Warning Light
The vehicle’s hydraulic brake
system is divided into two parts.
If one part is not working, the other
part can still work and stop the
vehicle. For good braking both parts
need to work well.
If the warning light comes on,
there is a brake problem. Have the
brake system inspected right away.
If the vehicle has antilock brakes,
this light should come on when
the key is turned to START. If it
does not come on, have it fixed so it
will be ready to warn if there is a
problem.When the ignition is on, the brake
system warning light also comes on
when parking brake is set. The light
stays on if the parking brake does
not fully release. If it stays on after
the parking brake is fully released,
it means the vehicle has a brake
problem.
If, while driving, the light comes on
and a brake message comes on
the Driver Information Center (DIC),
pull off the road and stop carefully.
The pedal could be harder to
push or the pedal can go closer
to the floor. It could take longer
to stop. If the light is still on, have
the vehicle towed for service.
SeeAntilock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light on page 4-23
andDriving Characteristics and
Towing Tips on page 8-49.
{WARNING
The brake system might not be
working properly if the brake
system warning light is on.
Driving with the brake system
warning light on can lead to a
crash. If the light is still on after
the vehicle has been pulled off
the road and carefully stopped,
have the vehicle towed for
service.
The Brake message remains on
until the menu button is pressed.
The brake light remains until
the problem is fixed. SeeBrake
System Messages on page 4-31
for more information. United States
Canada
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Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light
The Antilock Brake System (ABS)
light comes on briefly when the
engine is started.
If the light does not come on, have
it fixed so it will be ready to warn
if there is a problem.
If the ABS light stays on, turn the
ignition off.
If the light comes on while driving,
stop as soon as it is safely possible
and turn the ignition off. Then start
the engine again to reset the system.If the ABS light stays on, or comes
on again while driving, the vehicle
needs service. A chime may also
sound when the light comes on
steady.
If the ABS light is the only light on,
the vehicle has regular brakes,
but the antilock brakes are not
functioning.
If both lights are on, the vehicle’s
antilock brakes are not functioning
and there is a problem with the
regular brakes. See your
dealer/retailer for service.
SeeBrake System Warning Light
on page 4-22.
SeeBrake System Messages on
page 4-31for all brake related
DIC messages.
Traction Off Light
This light comes on when the
Traction Control System (TCS) has
been turned off by pressing and
releasing the traction control button.
This light also comes on and the
system turns off if the there is
a problem with the TCS.
If the light comes on and stays on for
an extended period of time while the
system is turned on, the vehicle
needs service.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
on page 8-34andStabiliTrak
System on page 8-36for more
information.
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Traction Control System
(TCS)/StabiliTrak®Light
The StabiliTrak system or the
Traction Control System (TCS)
indicator/warning light comes
on briefly while starting the engine.
If it does not, have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer/retailer.
If the system is working normally the
indicator light will then go off.
The indicator/warning light flashes
while the StabiliTrak or TCS system
is working to control the vehicle
on a low traction surface.
If the TCS indicator/warning light
comes on and stays on while
driving, the vehicle needs service.SeeCompetitive Driving Mode on
page 8-37,Traction Control System
(TCS) on page 8-34andStabiliTrak
System on page 8-36for more
information
Traction Control System
(TCS) OFF/StabiliTrak®
OFF Light
This light comes on when the
StabiliTrak system is turned off.
If the Traction Control System (TCS)
is off, wheel spin is not limited.
If the StabiliTrak system is off, the
system does not assist in controlling
the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and
the StabiliTrak system and the
warning light turns off.For SS models, if this light is on,
the vehicle is in Competitive Mode.
A warning also appears in the
DIC for StabiliTrak Competitive
Mode. SeeRide Control System
Messages on page 4-34for
more information.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS)
on page 8-34andStabiliTrak
System on page 8-36for more
information
Tire Pressure Light
For vehicles with a tire pressure light,
this light comes on briefly when the
engine is started and provides
information about tire pressures and
the Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
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When the Light is On Steady
This indicates that one or more of the
tires are significantly underinflated.
A tire pressure message in the
Driver Information Center (DIC),
can accompany the light. SeeTire
Messages on page 4-36for more
information. Stop and check the tires
as soon as it is safe to do so.
If underinflated, inflate to the proper
pressure. SeeTire Pressure on
page 9-54for more information.
When the Light Flashes First and
Then is On Steady
This indicates that there may be a
problem with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System. The light flashes
for about a minute and stays
on steady for the remainder of the
ignition cycle. This sequence
repeats with every ignition cycle.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor
Operation on page 9-57for more
information.Engine Oil Pressure
Light
{WARNING
Do not keep driving if the oil
pressure is low. The engine can
become so hot that it catches fire.
Someone could be burned. Check
the oil as soon as possible and
have the vehicle serviced.
Notice:Lack of proper engine oil
maintenance can damage the
engine. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Always follow the maintenance
schedule in this manual for
changing engine oil.The oil pressure light should
come on briefly as the engine is
started. If it does not come on
have the vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer.
If the light comes on and stays on,
it means that oil is not flowing
through the engine properly.
The vehicle could be low on oil and
might have some other system
problem. See your dealer/retailer.
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Immobilizer Light
The immobilizer light should come
on briefly as the engine is started.
If it does not come on have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer/
retailer. If the system is working
normally the indicator light will go off.
This light comes on when the
ignition is turned from OFF to ON
and stays on if the vehicle is
immobilized. This happens when an
incorrect key or an unprogrammed
key is used to start the vehicle.
If the light stays on and the engine
does not start, there could be a
problem with the theft-deterrent
system. SeeImmobilizer Operation
on page 1-11for more information.
Fog Lamp Light
The fog lamp light comes on when
the fog lamps are in use.
The light goes out when the fog
lamps are turned off. SeeFront
Fog Lamps on page 5-5for more
information.
Taillamp Indicator Light
This light comes on when the
taillamps are on.
Cruise Control Light
This light is white when the cruise
control is set and will be green when
the system is active.
The light goes out when the cruise
control is turned off. SeeCruise
Control on page 8-38for more
information.
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Coolant Temperature
This display shows the temperature
of the engine cooling system fluid in
either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or
degrees Celsius (°C).
Battery Voltage
This display, available on some
vehicles, shows the current battery
voltage. If the voltage is in the
normal range, the value will display.
For example, the display may
read Battery Voltage 15.0 Volts.
The vehicle’s charging system
regulates voltage based on the
state of the battery. The battery
voltage can fluctuate while viewing
this information on the DIC.
This is normal. SeeCharging
System Light on page 4-19
for more information.If there is a problem with the battery
charging system, the DIC will
display a message. SeeBattery
Voltage and Charging Messages
on page 4-30.
Speed Warning
Speed Warning allows the driver to
set a speed that they do not want
to exceed. To set the Speed
Warning press SET when Speed
Warning is displayed.
Compass
The vehicle may have a compass
display in the Driver Information
Center (DIC). SeeCompass
on page 4-8for more information.
Vehicle Messages
Battery Voltage and
Charging Messages
Battery Saver Active
This message displays when the
vehicle has detected that the battery
voltage is dropping beyond a
reasonable point. The battery saver
system starts reducing certain
features of the vehicle that you may
be able to notice. At the point that
features are disabled, this message
is displayed. It means that the
vehicle is trying to save the charge in
the battery. Turn off unnecessary
accessories to allow the battery to
recharge.
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