Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
SECURITY Indicator
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) receives a class 2 message from Body Control Module (BCM) requesting illumination and illuminates SECURITY indicator in message center as determined by Vehicle Theft Deterrent (VTD) system and Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) system when following occurs:
- VTD system requests IPC to illuminate indicator only when ignition switch is in RUN position. VTD system uses indicator as a malfunction indicator.
- CTD system requests IPC to illuminate indicator only when ignition switch is OFF. CTD system uses indicator in order to identify system status.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.