What happens if you have a malfunction indicator light?
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light illuminated may cause damage to the emission control systems which could effect drivability and/or fuel economy. If the Malfunction Indicator Light illuminates or blinks, potential catalytic converter damage is possible. This could result in loss of engine power.
Can a malfunction indicator light affect fuel economy?
Generally, your vehicle will continue to be drivable, but have the system checked by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer promptly. Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light illuminated may cause damage to the emission control systems which could effect drivability and/or fuel economy.
What does the malfunction indicator light on a Hyundai Elantra mean?
This indicator light is part of the Engine Control System which monitors various emission control system components. If this light illuminates while driving, it indicates that a potential malfunction has been detected somewhere in the emission control system.
What to do when the indicator light illuminates?
In this case, it is good to be aware of the possible forthcoming issues which can later on turn to more serious ones. The most common case is when the indicator light stays on constantly. It indicates more serious problem that requires action to be taken; the sooner the better.
Why does the malfunction indicator light stay on?
This just happened to my 02 WJ with 4.7 V8. The “Malfunction Indicator Light” not check engine light is on. I tried to check the codes by doing the on/off key sequence, (Yes I did it 3 times and left the key on the 4th), and nothing came up.
In this case, it is good to be aware of the possible forthcoming issues which can later on turn to more serious ones. The most common case is when the indicator light stays on constantly. It indicates more serious problem that requires action to be taken; the sooner the better.
When does the OBD2 indicator light turn on?
The OBD2 system illuminates the light when there is a problem with the car’s engine, transmission or emission control system. The light turns on only for a reason and you should not ignore it. You should always investigate the cause.
Why does the Hyundai Santa Fe malfunction indicator light come on?
Hyundai Santa Fe’s malfunction indicator… Hyundai Santa Fe’s malfunction indicator light came on while I was driving and has not gone off. There doesn’t seem to be any problem with my car. I checked all of the fluids because at first I thought it was a water faucet light and none of my fluids are low.