HONDA 2004 Civic Coupe - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 272)

If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
Immediately turn off all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a Honda dealer or a service
station where you can get technical
assistance.
If the indicator comes on while
driving, it means one of the engine’s
emissions control systems may have
a problem. Even though you may
feel no difference in your vehicle’s
performance, it can reduce your fuel
economy and cause increased
emissions. Continued operation may
cause serious damage.
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Charging System Indicator, Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Taking Care of the Unexpected
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CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
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