1996 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 126

I NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, aftera while, your emission controls may not be work as well, your fuel economy may not as may not run as smoothly. good and your engine This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. This light should come on, as a check to show youit 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 on during a malfunction in one of two ways: The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: 0 Reduce vehiclespeed. 0 0 Avoidhardaccelerations. Avoid steep uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see "If the Light Is On Steady" following. If the light continues toflash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Put your vehicle inPARK (P). Turn the Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage theemission control system on your vehicle. Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis and service is required. Light On Steady -- An emission control system malfunction has been detectedon your vehicle. Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required. key off, wait at least10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, "If the Light Is On see Steady" following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your retailer or qualified service center forservice.