Pontiac G8 Alarm Activated, Alternator, Battery Saver Mode On, $ Brake, Check Engine, Check Oil

4-28 Instruments and Controls

{Alarm Activated

This message is displayed when the content theft-deterrent system

was activated by an attempted break-in. The messages may also include the location on the vehicle where the break-in was attempted. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-13for more information.

"Alternator

This message is displayed if there is a problem with the battery charging system. The charging system

light may also come on in the instrument panel cluster. See Charging System Light on page 4-15. Driving while this message is on could drain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. See your dealer/retailer.

Battery Saver Mode On

This message is displayed when the battery voltage level is low.

$Brake

This message is displayed if there is a problem with the brake system. The Brake System Warning

light may also come on in the instrument panel cluster. See Brake System Warning Light on

page 4-16. When this message is on, stop the vehicle on the side

of the road. Do not continue driving until you know that braking is possible or that the cause of the problem has been corrected,

see your dealer/retailer. This message also indicates low brake fluid. Check the brake fluid level. See Brakes on page 9-24.

*Check Engine

If this message and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp come on and

stay on when driving, the system may require servicing. Although the vehicle may still be drivable and not require towing, take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer as soon

as possible. If this message comes on when the Malfunction Indicator Lamp is flashing, reduce the vehicle’s speed and load until the lamp stops flashing, then take

the vehicle to your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4-18

for more information.

:Check Oil

This message is displayed if the oil pressure or oil level is low. Stop when safe, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil on page 9-8. Do not run the engine when this warning is