Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
(Service Engine Soon
Light)
0
Your vehicle is equipped
with a computer which
monitors operation of the
fuel, ignition and emission
control systems.
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
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:
Light Flashing
--
A
misfire condition has been
detected.
A
misfire increases vehicle emissions and
may damage the emission control system on your
vehicle. Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis
and service may be required.
Light On Steady
--
An emission control system
malfunction has been detected
on
your vehicle.
Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis and
service may be required.
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