Activation Of Malfunction Indicator Light

When the ignition switch is turned to ON (engine OFF), the malfunction indicator light in the combination meter illuminates.
NOTE: If the malfunction indicator light does not illuminate, perform diagnostics of the malfunction indicator light circuit or the combination meter circuit. <Ref. to MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON , Malfunction Indicator Light.>

Fig 1: Malfunction Indicator Light Location
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After starting the engine, the malfunction indicator light goes out. If it does not go off, any of the engine and emission control system has malfunction.

Fig 2: Malfunction Indicator Light On/Off Pattern
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If the diagnostic system detects a misfire which could damage the catalyst, the malfunction indicator light will blink at a cycle of 1 Hz.

Fig 3: Malfunction Indicator Light Blinking Pattern

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