1998 Oldsmobile 88 Owner's Manual - Page 121

If theLight I lashing NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. This light should come on, as check to show you is a it working, whenthe ignition is on and the engine not is it repaired. running. If the light doesn't come on, have also come on during a malfunctionin one This light will of two ways: The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reducethe amount of cargo being hauledas soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady,"If see the LightIs On Steady" following. If the light continues to flash, when safe to do so, it is stop the vehicle. Find a safe place park your vehicle. to Turn the keyoff, wait at least10 seconds and restart the on engine. If the light remains steady, see"If the Light Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been Is On Steady" following.If the light is still flashing, detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your may damage the emission control system on your retailer or qualified service center service. for vehicle. Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required. Light On Steady -- An emission control system on malfunction has been detected your vehicle. Retailer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required. 2-62