Door Ajar Messages

DOOR OPEN

A door open symbol will be displayed on the DIC showing which door is open. If the vehicle has been shifted out of P (Park), a DOOR OPEN message will also be displayed. Close the door completely.

HOOD OPEN

This message will display along with a hood open symbol when the hood is open. Close the hood completely

REAR ACCESS OPEN

This message will display along with a symbol when the liftgate is open.

Close the liftgate completely.

    See also:

    Starting the Gasoline Engine
    Place the transmission in the proper gear by moving the shift lever to P (Park) or N(Neutral). To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral). Notice: Do not try to shi ...

    Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
    The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on briefly when the vehicle is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the ...

    Safety
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