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How To Turn Off Service Engine Soon Light

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Owner's Manual - Page 6

Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster 60 70 100 120 140 50 E FUEL FILL 12 / 40 80 90 160 80 60 F 30 20 10 40 0 00000 20 100 110 120 C H 180 LOW FUEL SERVICE ENGINE SOON P ! BRAKE MPH km/h ABS 0 0 0 0 200 - + THEFT 6 BRAKE MPH km/h ABS 0 0 0 0 200 - + CHECK COOLANT THEFT Sport instrument cluster...
Owner's Manual - Page 7

... tank has approximately eight liters (two gallons) remaining. Service engine soon Your vehicle is first turned to the ON LOW FUEL SERVICE ENGINE SOON 7 The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is equipped with a computer that your vehicle. The lamp will also illuminate when the ignition key is turned to meet government emission standards. This OBD II...
Owner's Manual - Page 8

... driving cycles without a driveability concern being noted. The light may misfire or run out of fuel. (The engine may illuminate without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service Engine Soon light should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates Light turns on after the engine is started, one of a cold engine startup followed by filling the fuel tank with good...
Owner's Manual - Page 9

... vehicle service is turned ON. Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is required. Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. If the Service Engine Soon light remains on , have your vehicle serviced at...
Owner's Manual - Page 10

... the Controls and features chapter. High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on and the engine is turned on . Refer to be serviced. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is off...
Owner's Manual - Page 11

...Care chapter. Instrumentation Charging system Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON and the engine is off . The light also illuminates when the battery is low and more needs to...is turned to ON and the engine is off . For more information on adding engine coolant, refer to Engine coolant in the coolant reservoir is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service....
Owner's Manual - Page 13

...90 160 80 60 F 30 20 10 40 0 00000 20 100 110 120 C H 180 SERVICE ENGINE SOON P ! BRAKE MPH km/h ABS 0 0 0 0 200 - + THEFT ZX2 coupe instrument ...4 5 RPMx1000 6 7 8 F C H 30 20 10 40 60 0 00000 100 110 180 km/h 20 LOW FUEL CHECK COOLANT SERVICE ENGINE SOON MPH 0 0 0 0 120 P ! BRAKE MPH km/h ABS 0 0 0 0 200 - + CHECK COOLANT THEFT Sport instrument cluster...
Owner's Manual - Page 26

... operational. Release the key as soon as the radio to lock. 2. Warning lights illuminated. To activate: • the engine must be running • the gearshift must not be in the OFF or Parking lamps position. 26 L HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control clockwise to the first position to also turn on with a manual transaxle...
Owner's Manual - Page 63

...in the U.S. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by qualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN Important child restraint ... of the following: • The readiness light will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps...
Owner's Manual - Page 83

... turning the key to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. If a light fails to 4 (START). 3 2 CK O0 AC I C ON II 4 ART ST III 1 60 50 40 80 100 70 80 120 140 THEFT 90 160 E FUEL FILL 12 / 3 2 1 F C H 30 20 10 40 60 0 00000 100 110 180 km/h 20 LOW FUEL CHECK COOLANT SERVICE ENGINE SOON MPH...
Owner's Manual - Page 84

..., the light ( ) will return to 3 (ON). 3 2 CK O0 AC I C ON II 4 ART ST III 1 2. Release the accelerator when the engine starts. 4. If the engine does not start the engine while holding... 4 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. Turn the key to respond quickly. If the engine does not start in a region where temperatures reach -23°...
Owner's Manual - Page 88

...ABS warning lamp in the steering wheel, the vehicle most likely needs service. If an ABS fault is detected, the light will remain on and your vehicle should be activated immediately, thus allowing...still effective unless the BRAKE warning lamp is sufficient space, will be serviced as soon as possible. Driving vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder while braking, felt mainly in the...
Owner's Manual - Page 132

... latched in P (automatic transaxle) or 1st (manual transaxle). 4. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is on level ground. 2. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L SOHC...
Owner's Manual - Page 140

... elastomers used in Ford cooling systems for four years or 80,000 km (50,000 miles). The use the cloth to press the cap down, turn the engine off and let it . Maintenance and care If you must remove the coolant recovery cap, follow these steps to the first stop. 3. Before you...
Owner's Manual - Page 143

..., it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Check the fluid level in the "Service Guide." Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used is below the hole at... continuously checking the level until it is in the Capacities and specifications chapter. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Do not add fluid if the level is...
Owner's Manual - Page 159

... at least three to five fuel tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current mileage reading. 4. Maintenance and care affect on the Service Engine Soon light, refer to the Instrumentation chapter. For more information on modern powertrain components.
Owner's Manual - Page 161

.... If you smell exhaust fumes of oil pressure, the charging system warning light, the "Service Engine Soon" light or the temperature warning light. These fumes are not permitted to your vehicle's emission system is not working . By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are harmful...
Owner's Manual - Page 162

... minutes of city and highway driving is reset to a "not ready for I /M test of driving on , reference the applicable light description in stop and go, city type traffic with the "check engine/service engine soon" light on. To ready the OBD-II system for complete emission warranty information. Maintenance and care Please consult your "Warranty Guide...
Owner's Manual - Page 189

...Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...9 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...10 anti-theft ...10 brake ...10 charging system ...11 check coolant ...11 liftgate ajar ...11 low fuel ...7 oil pressure ...11 safety belt ...9 service engine soon ...7,8 turn...79 lap and shoulder belts ...52 maintenance ...57 proper use ...51 warning light and chime ...11,57 Safety seats for children attaching with tether straps ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25

...turns slightly or "pulls" to one side, increased brake pedal travel or "hard to the attention of your dealer or qualified service...are generally not covered by the owner or qualified service technician at the indicated intervals. Any adverse conditions ...STOP FOR FUEL: u u u u Check the engine oil level. Service information and supporting specifications are provided in the recovery ...

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