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Instrument Panel
Indicators
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Comes on when you turn the
•
ignition switch to ON
II
, and goes
off either when the engine starts or
after several seconds if the engine
is not started. If “readiness codes”
have not been set, it blinks five
times before it goes off.
Comes on if there is a problem
•
with the emissions control system.
Blinks when a misfire in the
•
engine’s cylinders is detected.
Readiness codes are part of the on
•
board diagnostics for the emissions
control systems.
Readiness Codes
Comes on during driving
•
- Have
the vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
Blinks during driving
•
- Stop in a safe
place where there are no flammable
objects. Stop the engine for 10
minutes or more, and wait for it to
cool down. Then, take the vehicle to a
dealer.
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
12 Volt Battery
Charging
System
Indicator
Comes on when you turn the
•
ignition switch to ON
II
, and goes
off when the engine starts.
Comes on when the 12 volt battery
•
is not charging.
Comes on during driving
•
- Turn off
the climate control system and rear
defogger in order to reduce electricity
consumption.
If the 12 Volt Battery Charging
Transmission
Indicator
(Shift Position
Indicator)
*
Comes on for a few seconds when
•
you turn the ignition switch to ON
II
, then goes off.
Blinks if the transmission system
•
has a problem.
Blinks during driving
•
- Avoid
sudden starts and acceleration and
have the vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
*
Not available on all models
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