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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
5.
ElectronicThrottleControl(ETC)Light
6. MalfunctionIndicatorLight(MIL)
This light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a
problem is detected, the light will come on
TheMalfunctionIndicatorLight(MIL)ispartof
an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that
monitorsengineandautomatictransmissioncon-
whiletheengineisrunning.Cycletheignition trolsystems.Thelightwillilluminatewhenthekeyisin
key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the theONposition,beforeenginestart.Ifthebulbdoesnot
shift lever is placed in the PARK position. The light comeonwhenturningthekeyfromOFFtoON,havethe
should turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine conditioncheckedpromptly.
running,yourvehiclewillusuallybedrivable;however,
Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap,
seeanauthorizeddealerforserviceassoonaspossible.If
poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after
the light is flashing when the engine is running, imme-
engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light
diateserviceisrequiredandyoumayexperiencereduced
staysonthroughseveralofyourtypicaldrivingcycles.In
performance,anelevated/roughidleorenginestalland
mostsituations,thevehiclewilldrivenormallyandwill
yourvehiclemayrequiretowing.Thelightwillcomeon
notrequiretowing.
when the ignition is first turned ON and remain on
briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on
during starting, have the system checked by an autho-
rizeddealer.
| Categories | Jeep Liberty Manuals, Jeep Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2010 |
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