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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 Cluster (IPC). The MIL is controlled by the PCM and is used to indicate that the PCM has detected a problem that affects vehicle emissions, may cause powertrain damage, or severely impacts driveability.