1999 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 56

Indicator Lights Charging System Indicator If this light comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For complete information, see page 232. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For complete information, see page 232. High Beam Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights. See page 61 for information on the headlight controls. On Canadian models, this indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on (see page 61). Parking Brake and Brake BRAKE System Indicator This light has two functions: U.S. Canada U.S. Canada ABS Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator Only on cars equipped with ABS (see page 153) 1. It lights as a reminder that you have not released the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake applied can damage the brakes and tires. 2. If it remains lit after you release the parking brake while the engine is running, or comes on while driving, it can indicate a problem in the brake system. For complete information, see page 234 . Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 233. This light normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II), and when the ignition switch is turned to START (III). If this light comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, take the car to your dealer to have it checked. With the light on, your car still has normal braking ability but no antilock. Instruments and Controls