Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Check Engine Light)
CHECK
Your
vehicle is equipped
with a computer which
monitors operation
of
the
fuel,
ignition and emission
control systems.
This system is called
OBD
11
(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
CHECK
ENGINE 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.
Modifications made to the engine, transaxle,
exhaust or fuel system of your vehicle or the
replacement of the original tires with other than
those
of
the same
Tire
Performance Criteria
(TPC)
can affect your vehicle’s emission controls
and may cause the light to come
on.
modifications
to these systems could lead to
costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This
may also result
in
a failure to pass a required
Emission Inspection/Maintenance test.
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