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Malfunction Indicator Lamp


MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP





Description





The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is located on the combination meter.
The MIL will light up when the ignition switch is turned ON without the engine running. This is a bulb check.
When the engine is started, the MIL should go off. If the MIL remains on, the on board diagnostic system has detected an engine system malfunction.
For details, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).




Component Function Check
1.CHECK MIL FUNCTION
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Check that MIL lights up.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES - INSPECTION END
NO - Go to SEE Diagnosis Procedure.




Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK DTC
Check that DTC UXXXX is not displayed.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES - GO TO 2.
NO - Perform trouble diagnosis for DTC UXXXX.
2.CHECK DTC WITH "UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP."
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Is the inspection result normal?
YES - GO TO 3.
NO - Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
3.CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Intermittent Incident.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES - Replace combination meter.
NO - Repair or replace malfunctioning part.