Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

LEMON is the spiritual successor to CHARM, I recommend you try it!

Link: lemon-manuals.la or lemon-manuals.org.ua

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Service Engine Soon/Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)

The Service Engine Soon/Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is located In the Instrument Panel (IP) Cluster. The MIL is controlled by the PCM and is used to Indicate that the PCM has detected a condition that affects vehicle emissions, may cause powertrain damage, or severely impacts driveability.