Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Service Engine
Soon
Light)
Your vehicle is equipped
with a computer which
monitors operation
of
the
control systems.
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
fuel, ignition and emission
This system is called OBD
I1
(On-Board
Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to
assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the
life
of
the vehicle, helping to produce
a
cleaner
environment. The SERVICE ENGINE
SOON
light
comes on
to
indicate that there is
a
problem and service
is
required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by
the system before any problem is apparent. This may
prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This
system is also designed to assist your service technician
in
correctly diagnosing any malfunction.
NOTICE:
If you keep driving your vehicle with this light
on, after a while, your emission controls may not
work as well, your fuel economy may not be as
good and your engine may
not
run as smoothly.
This could lead to costly repairs that may not be
covered by your warranty.
This light should come
on,
as a check to show
you
it is
working, when the ignition is
on
and the engine
is
not
running. If the light doesn’t come
on,
have
it
repaired.
This light will also come on during
a
malfunction in one
of two ways:
0
Light Flashing
--
A
misfire condition has been
detected.
A
misfire increases vehicle emissions and
may damage the emission control system on your
vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis
and service may be required.
0
Light
On
Steady
--
An emission control system
malfunction
has
been detected on your vehicle.
Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and
service may be required.
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