Mil Lamp Strategy

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

I/M Readiness OK to test = Key On Engine OFF

MIL Lamp will remain on until the vehicle is started or Ignition is turned off.
I/M not ready for testing = Key On Engine OFF
MIL Lamp on solid for (15) seconds then MIL Lamp will flash on/off for (5) seconds then it will remain on until the vehicle is started or the Ignition is turned off.

Fig 1: Identifying MIL Lamp Strategy
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The following table summarizes the various OBDII monitors operation.

Fig 2: OBDII Monitor Information Chart

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