1998 Buick Park Avenue Owner's Manual - Page 146

-- ,fie -.f. ~ NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle withthis light on, after a whiie, your emission controls rnay not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not PUR as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by p u r warranty. This jight should corne on,as a check to show YOU it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn't come on, have it repaired. This light will also come QII during ; malfunction in one I of ~ W O ways: 8 8:. 2s F'fp&-!&g The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoidinghardaccelerations. e Avoiding steep uphill grades. If YOU are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauledas soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see "If the Light Is On Steady" following. Sf the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least IO seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see "If the Light Is On Steady" following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps,and drive the vehcle to your dealer or qualified service center €orservice. Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission controi system on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service rnay berequired. @ Eight On Steady -- An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.