2015 Dodge Charger Owner Manual - Page 524

522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE For states that require an Inspection and Mainte- NOTE: If you crank or start the engine, you will have to nance (I/M), this check verifies the "Malfunction start this test over. Indicator Light (MIL)" is functioning and is not 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light system is ready for testing. (MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently happen: serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replacement. If the OBD II system should be determined not • The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test. the ignition or start the engine. This means that your Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which vehicle's OBD II system is not ready and you should you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if not proceed to the I/M station. your vehicle's OBD II system is ready, you must do the • The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully following: illuminated until you place the ignition in the off 1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do position or start the engine. This means that your not crank or start the engine. vehicle's OBD II system is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station.