A Preliminary Information

IMPORTANT: The following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables.
1. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster or Diagnostic System Check - Audible Warnings before using the Symptom Tables in order to verify that all of the following are true:
^ There are no DTCs set.
^ The control module(s) can communicate via the serial data link.
2. Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to the following:
^ Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Description and Operation
^ Indicator/Warning Message Description and Operation
^ Audible Warnings Description and Operation

Visual/Physical Inspection
^ Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the instrument panel cluster or audible warnings system. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories in Diagrams.
^ Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
^ Inspect for the proper fluid levels.

Intermittent
Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent and Poor Connections in Diagrams.

Symptom List
Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

Gauges, PRNDL, and Odometer
^ Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Inaccurate or Inoperative
^ Fuel Gage Inaccurate or Inoperative
^ Odometer Trip/Reset Switch Inoperative (Pontiac) or Odometer Trip/Reset Switch Inoperative (Oldsmobile)
^ Speedometer and/or Odometer Inaccurate or Inoperative
^ Tachometer Inaccurate or Inoperative
^ Shift Indicator Indicates Wrong Gear Selection in Automatic Transaxle Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

Indicators
^ ABS Indicator Always On in Antilock Brake System Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ ABS Indicator Inoperative in Antilock Brake System Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Air Bag Indicator Circuit Malfunction in Restraint Systems Testing and Inspection
^ Brake Warning Indicator Always On in Hydraulic Brakes Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Brake Warning Indicator Inoperative in Hydraulic Brakes Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Change Engine Oil Indicator Always On
^ Change Engine Oil Indicator Inoperative
^ Cruise Control Indicator Always On in Cruise Control Testing and Inspection
^ Cruise Control Indicator Inoperative in Cruise Control Testing and Inspection
^ Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Always On in Cooling System Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Always On
^ High Beam Indicator Inoperative in Lighting and Horns Testing and Inspection
^ Low Engine Coolant Indicator Always On in Cooling System Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Low Engine Oil Level Indicator Always On
^ Low Fuel Indicator Inoperative
^ Low Tire Pressure Indicator Always On in Tire Pressure Monitoring Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Low Tire Pressure Indicator Inoperative in Tire Pressure Monitoring Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Low Traction Indicator Always On in Anti lock Brake System Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Low Traction Indicator Inoperative in Antilock Brake System Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Low Washer Fluid Indicator Malfunction in Wipers/Washer Systems Testing and Inspection
^ Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Inoperative in Computers and Control Systems-2.4L Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Always On in Computers and Control Systems-2.4L Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Seat Belt Indicator Circuit Malfunction in Seat Belts Testing and Inspection
^ Security Indicator Always On or Flashing in Antitheft and Alarm Systems Testing and Inspection
^ Security Indicator Inoperative in Antitheft and Alarm Systems Testing and Inspection
^ Traction Off Indicator Always On in Antilock Brake System Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Traction Off Indicator Inoperative in Antilock Brake System Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
^ Turn Signal Lamps and/or Indicators Inoperative in Lighting and Horns Testing and Inspection

Audible Warnings
^ Chime Always On
^ Chime Inoperative