2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab Owner Manual - Page 217
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab Manual
Page 217 highlights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not 26. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as an onboard diagnostic (OBDII) system which soon as possible. monitors the emissions and engine control sysCAUTION! tem. If the vehicle is ready for emissions testing, the light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause remain on, as a bulb check, until the engine is started. If damage to the engine control system. It also could the vehicle is not ready for emissions testing the light will affect fuel economy and drivability. If the MIL is come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and on for 15 seconds, then blink for 5 seconds, and remain power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is on until the vehicle is started. If the bulb does not come required. on during starting, have the condition investigated promptly. If this light comes on and remains on while driving, it suggests a potential engine control problem and the need for system service. 4