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If the Charging System Indicator Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

Comes on when there is a problem with the charging system.

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What to do when the indicator comes on

Stop in a safe place and have your vehicle checked by a dealer 
immediately.

If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or 
Blinks

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Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink

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Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control 
system.

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Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.

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What to do when the indicator lamp comes on

Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a 
dealer.

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What to do when the indicator lamp blinks

Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least 
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.

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If the Charging System Indicator Comes On

If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the 
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge 
the battery.

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If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks

NOTICE

If you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on, 
the emissions control system and the engine could be 
damaged.

If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when 
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at 
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle 
inspected.