94 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or more of the following conditions: What to do when an electrical load reduction action message is present (“Battery Saver On” or “Battery Saver Mode”) WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES The charging system cannot deliver enough electrical power to the vehicle system because the electrical loads are larger than the capability of charging system. The charging system is still functioning properly. The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in the instrument panel together with a dedicated message and/or acoustic signal when applicable.
These indications are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be considered as exhaustive. Always refer to the information in this chapter in the event of a failure indication. All active telltales will display first if applicable. The system check menu may appear different based upon equipment options and current vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear. R ED W ARNING L IGHTS During a trip: Reduce power to unnecessary loads if possible: Turn off redundant lights (interior or exte rior). Turning on all possible vehicle electrical loads (e.g.
HVAC to max settings, exterior and interior lights, overloaded power outlets +12 Volts, 115 Volt AC, USB ports) during certain driving conditions (city driving, towing, frequent stop ping). Check what may be plugged in to power outlets +12 Volts, 115 Volt AC, USB ports. Check HVAC settings (blower, temperature). After a trip: Check the audio settings (volume). Installing options like additional lights, upfitter electrical accessories, audio systems, alarms and similar devices. Check if any aftermarket equipment was installed (additional lights, upfitter electrical accessories, audio systems, alarms) and review specifications if any (load and Ignition Off Draw currents).
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Unusual driving cycles (short trips separated by long parking periods). This warning light indicates when the driver or passenger seat belt is unbuckled. When the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position and if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound and the light will turn on. When driving, if the driver or front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously and a chime will sound Ъ page271. The vehicle was parked for an extended period of time (weeks, months). Evaluate the latest driving cycles (distance, driving time and parking time).
The battery was recently replaced and was not charged completely. The vehicle should have service performed if the message is still present during consecutive trips and the evaluation of the vehicle and driving pattern did not help to identify the cause. The battery was discharged by an electrical load left on when the vehicle was parked. The battery was used for an extended period with the engine not running to supply radio, lights, chargers, +12 Volt portable appliances like vacuum cleaners, game consoles and similar devices.