Malfunction Indicator Lamp - Honda Civic Hybrid Manual

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This indicator comes on for
a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position . If the indicator comes ＊
on while driving, it means one of the
engine's emissions control systems
may have a problem. Even though
you may feel no difference in your
vehicle's performance, it can reduce
your fuel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
operation may cause serious damage.
If this indicator comes on, safely pull
off the road and turn off the engine.
Restart the engine and watch the
indicator. If it stays on, have your
vehicle checked by the dealer as
soon as possible. Drive moderately
until the dealer has inspected the
problem. Avoid full-throttle
acceleration and driving at high
speed.
You should also have the dealer
inspect your vehicle if the indicator
comes on frequently, even though it
goes off when you follow the above
procedure.
The malfunction indicator lamp may
also come on with the ''D'' indicator.
: On European models, if you
＊
turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position, without
starting the engine, the
malfunction indicator lamp will
come on for about 20 seconds. It
then goes off or blinks 5 times
under various conditions. This is
normal: it shows the self-testing
condition of the diagnostics for
the emissions control systems.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

On Korean model
If you have recently refueled your
vehicle, the indicator coming on
could be due to a loose or missing
fuel fill cap. Tighten the cap until it
clicks at least once. Tightening the
cap will not turn the indicator off
immediately; it can take several days
of normal driving.
If you keep driving with the
malfunction indicator lamp on, you
can damage your vehicle's emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs
may not be covered by your vehicle's
warranties.
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