MIL Operation

ACTIVATION OF MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT




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

NOTE: If the malfunction indicator light does not illuminate, perform diagnostics of the malfunction indicator 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, either the engine or the emission control system is malfunctioning.




3. If the diagnosis system detects a misfire which could damage the catalyst, the malfunction indicator light blink at a cycle of 1 Hz.




4. When the ignition switch is turned to ON (engine off) or to "START" with test mode connector connected, the malfunction indicator light blinks at a cycle of 3 Hz.