Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light) – Pontiac 2003 Vibe User Manual

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This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the
gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too
hot! It means that your engine has overheated. If you
have been operating your vehicle under normal driving
conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your
vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.

In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to
do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Check Engine Light)

United States

Canada

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which
monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission
control systems.

This system is called OBD II (On

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Board

Diagnostics

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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 CHECK ENGINE 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 your vehicle. This system is also
designed to assist your service technician in correctly
diagnosing any malfunction.

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