2010 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 162

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the 25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that to continue to function properly. monitors emissions, engine, and automatic transCAUTION! mission control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON position before engine start. If the The TPMS has been optimized for the original bulb does not come on when turning the key from LOCK equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and to ON, have the condition checked promptly. warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, tion or sensor damage may result when using re- poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light after placement equipment that is not of the same size, engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can, or most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a not require towing. TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result. 4