Derate Mode This is a Cold Ambient Derate Mode Indicator symbol. Derate is a term used to indicate that the engine’s power has been reduced or derated. Derating the engine protects the turbocharger in cold temperatures and the indicator is shown when the system is active. The indicator appears as a fan in a duct …
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Rear Window Defrost This is a Rear Window Defrost Indicator symbol. Seen in yellow/amber, it appears when the rear window defroster is active as a reminder. In most cases, the defroster will turn itself off after a pre-set period of time. Before continuing, are you sure this is your symbol?? If yes, then read on …
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Climate Preconditioning These are Vehicle Climate Preconditioner Indicator symbols. If a vehicle is so equipped, it can be heated or cooled in advance of driving. In warm weather, the ventilation system cools the passenger compartment by blowing air in from outside. Before continuing, is this truly your symbol?? If yes, then read on below. Otherwise, …
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Wheel Lock This is an Electronic Steering Wheel Lock Indicator symbol. It may be seen in either yellow/amber or red. Either indicates a malfunction in the electronic steering wheel lock system. This is part of the electronic start and immobilization system. Before continuing, are you sure one of these is your symbol?? If yes, then …
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Clogged Air Filter This is a Clogged Air Filter Indicator symbol. It means that the internal combustion engine’s air filter or air cleaner is clogged and is in need of replacement. It is not usually critical, but replace it or have it replaced as soon as possible for proper engine performance and fuel economy. Before …
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Seven Things to Know About Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
Know Your TPMS Its Fall (2014) and time once again for your car’s equivalent of Seasonal Affective Disorder, your Tire Pressure Monitoring System or TPMS. If equipped, one of the two TPMS warning indicators shown will soon attempt to get your attention (Drivers most commonly describe the lights as horseshoes with exclamation points or arrows in …
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