Malfunction Indicator Lamp: Description and Operation

ACTIVATION OF MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT




1. When the ignition switch is turned on (engine off), the malfunction indicator light in the combination meter illuminates.

NOTE: If the engine malfunction indicator light does not illuminate, perform diagnostics of the CHECK ENGINE light circuit or the combination meter circuit. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Does Not Come ON




2. After starting the engine, the malfunction indicator light goes out. If it does not go off, either the engine or emission control system has malfunction.