Owner`s manual
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Service Engine
Soon
Light)
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
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
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 yow vehicle.
This system is
also
designed to assist your service
technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.
I
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:
9
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.
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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