VUE AWD V6-3.5L (2007)
Malfunction Indicator Lamp: Testing and Inspection
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Inoperative
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Inoperative
Circuit Description
There should always be a steady malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the engine is not running. System
voltage is applied to the indicator bulb and the instrument panel cluster (IPC) provides a path to ground. Once the engine starts, the IPC turns OFF the
MIL. When an engine control system malfunction occurs, the powertrain control module (PCM) sends a message over the controller area network (CAN)
to the body control module (BCM) requesting the MIL. The BCM then sends a message to the IPC over class 2 requesting MIL illumination.
Test Description
Step 1 - Step 4
The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.
2. If other IPC functions are not working correctly, check for an open fuse or for a lack of power and ground to the IPC.
