Warning Devices

Warning Devices

The warning chime sounds to remind or alert the driver:

- To turn the headlamps off when exiting the vehicle.
- To remove the ignition key when exiting the vehicle.
- To fasten the safety belt after starting the vehicle.
- To turn off the turn signals.
- That a fault is present in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
- That a warning message is displayed in the message center.
- That an engine coolant over-temperature condition is present.

The Lighting Control Module (LCM) controls the warning chime function using various inputs to determine when to sound the warning chime. The warning chime sounds if:

- The headlamps are on with the key removed from the ignition lock cylinder and the driver door is ajar.
- The key is in the ignition lock cylinder in the OFF or ACC position and the driver door is ajar.
- The vehicle travels with the turn signal on for more than 0.8 km (0.5 miles).
- The safety belts are not fastened and the ignition key is in the ON position.
- The ignition switch is in the ON position and an air bag warning chime request is received from the Restraints Control Module (RCM).
- The message center displays a warning message.
- A fail safe cooling chime request message is received from the Instrument Cluster (IC) by a request from the PCM.