2008 Suzuki XL7 Owner's Manual - Page 98

INSTRUMENT PANEL Tire Pressure Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A computer system called OBD II (OnBoard Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. It makes sure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. CAUTION If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, the emission controls might not work as well, your vehicle's fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by your warranty. 1198521 This light comes on briefly when the engine is started. This light will also come on when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated. A tire pressure message in the Driver Information Center (DIC), may accompany the light. Refer to "DIC Warning and Messages" in this section for more information. Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do so. If underinflated, inflate to the proper pressure. Refer to "Tires" in the "Service and Appearance Care" section for more information. If a problem is detected with the Tire Pressure Monitor System, this light will flash for approximately 60 seconds and then stay on solid for the remainder of the ignition cycle. Refer to "Tire Pressure Monitor System" in "Tires" in the "Service and Appearance Care" section for more information. 805353 CAUTION Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle's emission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. Refer to "Accessories and Modifications" in "Service" in the "Service and Appearance Care" section. This light comes on, as a check to show it is working, when the ignition is turned ON/ RUN but the engine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. The check engine light comes on to indicate that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This can prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. 3-21