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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Inoperative



MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) INOPERATIVE

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
Ignition voltage is supplied to the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). The powertrain control module (PCM) turns the MIL ON by grounding the MIL control circuit.

TEST DESCRIPTION

Steps 1-12:




Steps 13-16:




The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.
4. This step tests for a short to voltage on the MIL control circuit. With the fuse removed there should be no voltage on the MIL control circuit.