Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury.
Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working.
Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Follow this manual's advice.
Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous.
See also:
Securing an Add-On Child
Restraint in the Vehicle
WARNING!
A child can be seriously injured or
killed in a crash if the child
restraint is not properly secured in
the vehicle. Secure the child
restraint properly in the vehicle
using the ve ...
Maintenance I
• Change engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil. An Emission Control Service.
• Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant
(4.6L Engine) or Engine Coolant
(3.9L Engine).
• Windshield wa ...
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Wash with water or use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary.
Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoi ...