Control indicators on the instrument panel (Chevrolet Captiva 1)

Control indicators

The control indicators described below may not be available on some versions of the vehicle. The description applies to all instrument versions. The set of instruments in your vehicle may differ from those described in this manual. When the ignition is turned on, most of the indicators will light up briefly to check their functionality.

Instrument cluster indicators

Gear indicator

Type 1

The selected gear or transmission mode is indicated.

Type 2

If your vehicle has a DIC display in the center of the instrument cluster, the selected gear or transmission mode is displayed at the bottom of the DIC display.

Direction indicator

blinking.

Blinking

The indicator light flashes when the direction indicator or hazard warning lights are on.

If the green arrow does not flash when you press the turn signal stalk or hazard warning light button, check the fuse and replace it if faulty.

Cm. Replacing the lamp.

Cm. Fuses and fuses.

Cm. Turn signals and lane change signals.

Reminder of an unfastened seat belt

for the driver's seat, it lights up or flashes.



The passenger seat belt indicator is located above the glove compartment.



when the front passenger seat is occupied, or lights up.

When the ignition is turned to the ON position, the indicator light and warning sound come on for a few seconds to remind you to fasten your seat belts.

When you fasten the seat belt, the indicator light flashes.

If the seat belt remains unfastened while the vehicle is moving, the warning lights and buzzer will sound again.

Once the seat belt is fastened, the indicator and sound signals turn off.

Cm. Diagonal lap seat belts.

Airbag and seat belt tensioner indicator

Lights up .

The indicator lights up for a few seconds when the ignition is turned on. If it does not turn on, does not go out after a few seconds, or lights up while driving, this indicates a malfunction of the seat belt tensioner or airbag system. In an emergency, these systems may not work.



Continuous glow of the indicator may indicate a vehicle malfunction, seat belt pretensioners or airbags being triggered.

Contact a service station immediately to have the fault corrected.

Cm. Airbag system.

Cm. Seat belt tensioners.

Airbag: indicator

This indicator is located above the glove compartment.

The indicator lights up front passenger airbags.

When this indicator light comes on, the front passenger airbag is deactivated.

Charging system indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when the ignition is turned on and goes out shortly after the engine starts.

Lights up when the engine is running

Stop and turn off the engine. The battery is not charging. Engine cooling may be impaired.

Contact a service station for assistance.

Malfunction indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when the ignition is turned on and goes out shortly after the engine starts.

Caution: When this indicator illuminates, it indicates a problem that requires attention. Driving with the malfunction indicator illuminated may damage the emission control system and affect fuel economy and vehicle performance. Contact a service station immediately to have the problem corrected.

This malfunction indicator light (MIL) illuminates when there is a malfunction in the emission control system components and related subsystems.

This indicator remains illuminated as long as the engine control module (ECM) detects a malfunction. If a severe misfire is detected, the MIL will flash continuously. A severe misfire can cause damage to the catalytic converter.

This malfunction indicator also lights up when there is a malfunction of the diesel particulate filter. In this case, you should immediately contact a service station for repair.

Cm. Diesel particulate filter.

Your car's electronic control system will go into emergency mode so that you can continue driving. At the same time, you should immediately contact a service station to fix the problem.

If the MIL comes on briefly and then goes off again, the system is operating normally and there is no malfunction.

Vehicle Service Need Indicator

lights up when the vehicle requires service.

Contact a service station to have your vehicle checked.

Brake system malfunction indicator

Lights up .

Illuminates when the parking brake is released, if the fluid level in the brake system or clutch is too low, or if there is a malfunction in the brake system.

Cm. Brake fluid.

Warning: Do not drive if the brake system malfunction indicator is on.

If this indicator lights up, it may indicate a problem with the brake system.

A brake system failure could result in a collision, resulting in injury, damage to your vehicle, or other property damage.

Electromechanical parking brake indicator lamp

Parking brake status indicator lamp

On vehicles with an electromechanical parking brake, the parking brake indicator lamp comes on briefly when the engine is started . If this does not happen, contact an authorized service center for service. Parking brake indicator light lights up when the parking brake is applied. If the lamp continues to flash after the parking brake is released or while the vehicle is moving, this indicates a malfunction of the electromechanical parking brake.

If the indicator lamp does not light or does not stop flashing, contact an authorized service center.

Parking brake warning light

On vehicles with an Electric Parking Brake (EPB), the parking brake warning indicator should illuminate briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/START position.



If it does not light, it needs to be repaired so that it is ready to warn you of a problem.

If this lamp lights up, it indicates a malfunction that causes the parking brake system to operate in a limited mode. You can continue driving, but try to contact a service station as soon as possible.

On vehicles with an electromechanical parking brake illuminates when the parking brake switch is released without depressing the service brake pedal. To release the electric parking brake, be sure to depress the brake pedal before pressing the EPB switch.

Cm. Parking brake.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

Lights up .

Lights up for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on. The system is ready for operation when the control indicator goes out.

If the indicator light does not go out after a few seconds or if it comes on while driving, the ABS system is faulty. The vehicle's braking system continues to operate, but without the ABS function.

Cm. Anti-lock braking system (ABS).

All wheel drive indicator

lights up when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and goes out after a few seconds.

This indicator flashes when the all-wheel drive system is temporarily disabled and remains on if there is a fault with the all-wheel drive system.

If the all-wheel drive indicator lights up, you should contact a car service center as soon as possible to fix this problem.

Cm. Permanent all-wheel drive system.

Downhill Assist Indicator

Lights up .

Active/Not Ready/Warning indicator

The Downhill Assist System active indicator lights up green and the Downhill Assist System not ready indicator lights up yellow.

Downhill assist system active indicator is on (green light) when the system is ready for use and flashes (green light) when starting the system by pressing the corresponding button located in the center of the dashboard.

Features of the Downward Assistance System Unreadiness Indicator:

• Blinking (yellow light) indicates that the downhill assist system is not ready for operation due to overheating (about 350-400°C) of the rubbing parts (front shoe) as a result of strong or repeated braking. This indicator will go out when the temperature of the rubbing parts decreases (front shoe) to a level not exceeding 350°C.
• Continuous glow (yellow light) indicates that the normal operation of the system is disrupted due to overheating (more than 400°C) of rubbing parts (front shoe) as a result of strong or repeated braking.
• This indicator also goes out when the temperature of the rubbing parts decreases (front shoe) to a level not exceeding 350°C.
• Flashing and illuminating the Downhill Control System (DCS) Not Ready/Malfunction Indicator Light indicates that the brake pads need to cool down (avoid using the brakes for as long as possible). The above temperature may vary slightly depending on the condition of the car, external conditions (season, air temperature) and other factors.

Speed-sensitive power steering warning indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when the ignition is turned on and goes out shortly after the engine starts.

If the indicator does not go out after a few seconds or lights up while driving, there is a fault in the power steering.

Contact a service station for assistance.

Indicator Ultra parking assist systems

Lights up .

• Failure due to contamination of sensors
• Covered with ice or snow
• External ultrasonic interference

Once the source of interference is eliminated, the system will operate normally.

If the indicator does not go out, contact a service station to fix the problem.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator

Lights up or flashes .

This indicator flashes during ESC operation. If the indicator is constantly lit, it indicates a fault in the system.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) off indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when the system is off.

Engine coolant temperature indicator

Lights up .

This indicator warns of engine coolant overheating.

If the vehicle was driven under normal road conditions, it is necessary to pull off the road, stop and let the engine idle for a few minutes.

If the indicator does not go out, turn off the engine and contact the service center as soon as possible. We recommend contacting an authorized service center.

Preheating indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when preheating is on. When the light goes out, the engine can be started.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Indicator

lights up yellow.

Lights up when the ignition is turned on and goes out shortly after the engine starts.

If the indicator comes on while driving, it means that the tire pressure monitoring system has detected that one or more tires have become significantly underinflated.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place, check the tires and inflate them to the recommended pressure indicated on the tire pressure label.

If a fault is detected, the indicator flashes for approximately one minute and then remains on until the ignition is turned off.

The malfunction indicator remains on until the problem is corrected. Take your vehicle to a service station to have it checked.

Diesel Particulate Filter Indicator

Flashing .

The indicator flashes and a gong sounds if the diesel particulate filter requires regeneration and the conditions of the previous trip did not allow automatic regeneration to occur.

The indicator goes out when the self-cleaning operation is completed.

Cm. Diesel particulate filter.

Engine oil pressure indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when the ignition is turned on and goes out shortly after the engine starts.

Lights up when the engine is running

Caution: Engine lubrication may be compromised. This may result in engine damage and/or locking of the drive wheels.

If the low oil pressure indicator comes on while driving, pull off the road, turn off the engine and check the oil level.

Warning: When the engine is off, braking and steering require significantly more effort.

Do not remove the key until the vehicle has stopped, as this may cause the steering wheel to lock unexpectedly.

Check the oil level before contacting a service center for assistance.

Cm. Motor oil.

Low Engine Oil Indicator

lights up when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and goes out after a few seconds.

This indicator comes on when the engine oil level is low.

If the low engine oil indicator comes on, check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary.

Cm. Motor oil.

Engine oil change indicator

- Lights up when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and goes out after a few seconds.

The vehicle may have an engine oil life monitoring system that tells you when the engine oil needs to be changed.

When the engine oil change indicator comes on, it indicates that the engine oil needs to be changed.

After changing the engine oil, you must reset the engine oil life monitoring system. After reset, the engine oil change indicator turns off.

Cm. Motor oil.

Fuel Economy Indicator

ECO mode indicator (fuel economy mode) lights up when you press the ECO mode button (low fuel consumption mode), located on the center console next to the gearshift lever. Pressing the button again turns off ECO mode and the indicator goes out.

On vehicles with a petrol engine, when the automatic transmission selector is moved to the manual control position, the ECO indicator goes out.

Low fuel warning indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when the fuel level in the tank is too low.

Caution: Do not allow the fuel to run out completely.

This may result in damage to the catalytic converter.

Cm. Catalytic converter.

Water in fuel warning indicator (diesel engine only)

- Lights up when the water level in the fuel filter exceeds a certain value.

Immediately drain the water from the fuel filter.

The alarm turns off after the drain is complete.

Cm. Diesel particulate filter.

Immobilizer indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when there is a fault in the immobilizer system. The engine cannot be started.

Contact a service station immediately to have the fault corrected.

Security system indicator

If your vehicle is fitted with the optional Thatcham anti-theft system, the anti-theft system off indicator will illuminate indicates that the intrusion and tilt sensors have been disabled by pressing the button on the headliner. If you press the button again, the indicator will go out.

Cm. Anti-theft alarm.

Low engine power indicator

Lights up .

This indicator comes on along with the service indicator when the vehicle requires service.

Leave the roadway, turn off the engine and start it again after 10 seconds.

You can continue driving at reduced speed.

Contact a service station to have your vehicle checked.

Brake pedal pressure indicator

Lights up .

This indicator illuminates when the EPB switch is released without pressing the brake pedal. To release the electric parking brake, be sure to depress the brake pedal before pressing the switch button

Cm. Parking brake.

It also lights up when the clutch pedal needs to be depressed to restart the engine.

Cm. Automatic engine start/stop function.

High beam indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when the high beam headlights are on and when the headlights are flashing.

Cm. Headlight high/low beam switch.

Fog light indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when the front fog lights are on.

Cm. Front fog lights.

Rear fog light indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when the rear fog lights are on.

Cm. Rear fog lights.

Tail light indicator

Lights up .

Lights up when the rear lights are on.

Cruise control indicator

lights up when cruise control systems are on.

The indicator goes out when the cruise control is turned off.

Trailer indicator

Lights up when the vehicle is equipped with a trailer. The indicator goes out when the trailer is disconnected.

Bonnet Not Closed Indicator

Lights up when the hood is open.

Cm. Automatic engine start/stop function.

Door open indicator

It's on fire .

Lights up when the door is open.

Tailgate open indicator

lights up when the rear door or rear window is open or not closed properly.

[The article is based on data from the website ChevyMan]