Chevrolet Captiva Owners Manual: Fuel Economy Light, Low Fuel Warning Light, Security Light

Fuel Economy Light

For vehicles with the fuel economy mode, this light comes on when the eco (economy) button, located on the center console near the shift lever, is pressed. Press the button again to turn off the light and exit the fuel economy mode.

See Fuel Economy Mode on page 9-24 for more information.

Low Fuel Warning Light

The low fuel warning light comes on briefly when the vehicle is started.

This light also comes on when the fuel level is low. When fuel is added, the light should go off. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced.

Security Light

The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.

If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent system.

This light is also used to indicate the status of the anti-theft alarm system when the ignition is turned off. The light will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed. The light will stay on if the alarm is arming and all entry points are closed.

For information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system, see Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-9.

Chevrolet Captiva (C100, C140) Owners Manual includes details about important indicator lights like the Fuel Economy Light, Low Fuel Warning Light, and Security Light.

The Fuel Economy Light signals efficient driving practices, illuminating when the vehicle operates optimally for fuel economy. It advises maintaining steady speeds and avoiding aggressive acceleration for fuel efficiency.

The Low Fuel Warning Light alerts drivers when fuel levels are low, prompting timely refueling to prevent fuel exhaustion or stalling.

The Security Light indicates the vehicle's security system status. A flashing or illuminated Security Light signals the active anti-theft system or potential security issues, prompting owners to refer to the manual or seek professional assistance for troubleshooting.

These indicator lights play crucial roles in maintaining vehicle performance, efficiency, and security.