Chevrolet SS Warning Lights: What They Mean

Red: stop or act now

Brake System Warning Light

There is a brake problem; if it stays on, there is a base brake problem.
What to do: Have the brakes inspected right away. If still on after stopping safely, have the vehicle towed for service. PDF page 104

Other warnings and indicators

Charging System Light

There could be a problem with the electrical charging system; driving with it on could drain the battery.
What to do: Have it checked by your dealer. If driving a short distance, turn off all accessories such as radio and air conditioner. PDF page 101

Airbag Readiness Light

If it comes on and stays on, something may be wrong with the airbag system.
What to do: Have the vehicle serviced right away. PDF page 101

Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

Antilock brakes are not functioning; if the brake warning light is also on, the regular brakes have a problem too.
What to do: Stop safely, turn off the vehicle and restart to reset. If the light stays on or returns, have the vehicle serviced. PDF page 105

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)

Part of the emission diagnostic system; when on with the engine running, a malfunction was detected and service may be needed. PDF page 101

Low Tire Pressure Warning Light

One or more tires has significantly low pressure. It flashes then stays on if the TPMS has a malfunction.
What to do: Stop as soon as possible and inflate tires to the pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label. PDF page 313

Electric Parking Brake Light

Flashing after the parking brake is released or while driving means a problem with the electric parking brake system.
What to do: See your dealer. PDF page 104

Service Electric Parking Brake Light

A system problem is making the parking brake work at a reduced level.
What to do: The vehicle can still be driven but should be taken to a dealer as soon as possible. PDF page 104

Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light

Steady: TCS and possibly StabiliTrak are disabled. Flashing: the systems are actively working.
What to do: Check DIC messages to see which feature is not functioning and whether service is needed. PDF page 106

StabiliTrak OFF Light

StabiliTrak is turned off, which also turns off TCS, so the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle.
What to do: Turn on TCS and StabiliTrak and the light turns off. PDF page 106

Driver Mode Control Light

Shows the selected driver mode: Sport, Tour, Perf or Track. PDF page 106

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator

ON means the passenger frontal and knee airbags can inflate; OFF means they are turned off by the sensing system.
What to do: If both or neither are lit after several seconds, see your dealer for service. PDF page 101

Green: system on

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light

Green means LDW is on and ready. Flashing amber means a lane marking was crossed without a turn signal. PDF page 105

Summarized in our own words from the 2017 Chevrolet SS owner's manual (AI-assisted; every light name was matched against its cited page 2026-10-18). Your vehicle may not have every light, and other years can differ. A red warning that stays on usually means stop safely and check: your manual has the final word.