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2007 Buick rainier Owner Manual

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This light should come on, as a check to show
you it is working, when the ignition is on and the
engine is not running. If the light does not
come on, have it repaired. This light will also
come on during a malfunction in one of two ways:

Light Flashing

— A misfire condition has

been detected. A misfire increases vehicle
emissions and may damage the emission
control system on your vehicle. Diagnosis and
service may be required.

Light On Steady

— An emission control

system malfunction has been detected on
your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may
be required.

If the Light is Flashing

The following may prevent more serious damage
to your vehicle:

Reducing vehicle speed

Avoiding hard accelerations

Avoiding steep uphill grades

If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount
of cargo being hauled as soon as it is
possible

If the light stops flashing and remains on steady,
see “If the Light Is On Steady” following.

If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do
so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park
your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least
10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light
remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”
following. If the light is still flashing, follow the
previous steps, and see your dealer for service as
soon as possible.

If the Light Is On Steady

You may be able to correct the emission system
malfunction by considering the following:

Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle?

If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully
install the cap. See

Filling the Tank on page 361

.

The diagnostic system can determine if the
fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to
evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips
with the cap properly installed should turn the
light off.

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  • Light Flashing — A misfire condition has been detected.
  • Light On Steady — An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle.
  • Reducing vehicle speed • Avoiding hard accelerations • Avoiding steep uphill grades • If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) for 2007 Buick rainier Owner Manual - Page 191

  • If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and see your dealer for service as soon as possible. If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle?

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