2012 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual - Page 16

5-4 Instruments and Controls short distance must be driven with the light on, be certain to turn off all the accessories. Charging System Light Engine Oil Pressure Light { WARNING This 12‐volt battery light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, but the engine is not running, as a check to show it is working. It should go out once the engine has been started. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the 12‐volt charging system. Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. A 12‐volt charging system Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also appear. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑5 for more information. This light could indicate that there are electrical problems. Have it checked right away. If a Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. The engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Someone could be burned. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. This light comes on briefly as a check it works, when the ignition is in ON/RUN. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem. During an Auto Stop there is zero oil pressure, but this light will not come on.