MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
CAUTIO N!
Your vehicle is equ ipped with a sop histicated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the perform ance of the emissions, engine, and autom atic
transm ission control system s. When these system s are
operating prop erly, you r vehicle will provid e excellent
perform ance and fuel econom y, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current governm ent regu lations.
Prolon ged drivin g with the “Malfu nction Indicator
Ligh t” on could cause furth er damage to the emis-
sion control system . It could also affect fuel econ omy
and driveab ility. The veh icle must be serviced before
any emission s tests can be perform ed.
If the “Malfu nction Indicator Ligh t” is flash ing
while the engin e is running, severe catalytic con-
verter damage and power loss will soon occur. Im-
mediate service is req uired .
If any of these system s requ ire service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfu nction Ind icator Light.” It will
also store diagnostic codes and other inform ation to
assist you r service technician in making rep airs. Al-
thou gh you r vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need tow ing, see you r dealer for service as soon as
possible.
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| Categories | Chrysler 300 Manuals, Chrysler Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2005 |
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| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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