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Charging System Warning Light
The red Charging System Warning light should come on briefly when
you
turn on the ignition, before starting the engine, as a check
to
show you
it
is
working. After the engine starts, the light should go out.
If
it
stays on
or
conles
on
while
you
are driving, you may have a problem with your
charging system.
It
could indicate
a
problem with the alternator drive belt,
or some other charging system problem. Have
it
checked right away.
Driving while this light is on could drain your battery.
If
you must drive a short distance
with
this light
on,
it
helps to
turn
off all
your accessories, such
as
the radio and air conditioner.
Malfunction
indicator
(Service Engine Soon) Lamp
A
computer monitors the operation
of
your fuel, ignition and emission
control systems.
This
orange light should come on when the ignition is on
but the engine is
not
running, as a check to show
you
it’s
working.
If
it
does
not come on at all, have
it
fixed right away.
If
it
stays
on,
or
comes on while
you
are driving, the computer is indicating that you have a problem.
You
should take
your
vehicle
in
for
service soon.
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