MIL Operation

MIL is located on instrument panel and is displayed as CHECK ENGINE light.

MIL Function

• MIL informs driver that a malfunction has occurred and vehicle should be taken in for service as soon as possible.
• MIL illuminates during a bulb test and a system test.
• A DTC will be stored if a MIL is requested by the diagnostic.

MIL Illumination

• MIL will illuminate with ignition ON and engine not running.
• MIL will turn off when engine is started.
• MIL will remain ON if the self-diagnostic system has detected a malfunction.
• MIL may turn off if malfunction is not present.
• If MIL is illuminated and then engine stalls, MIL will remain illuminated so long as ignition switch is ON.
• If MIL is not illuminated and engine stalls, MIL will not illuminate until ignition switch is cycled OFF, then ON.