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Malfunction indicator lamp (amber) symbol: amber outline engine silhouette (Honda style): oil-cap stalk on top, bracket on the left, stepped right end. Colour from the manual's Amber icons heading
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Malfunction indicator lamp (amber)

Amber outline engine silhouette (Honda style): oil-cap stalk on top, bracket on the left, stepped right end. Colour from the manual's Amber icons heading. · also called “check engine light”, “engine light”, “malfunction indicator lamp”

What it means on honda

Emissions or electric vehicle system problem

Comes on when there is a problem with the emissions control system or the electric vehicle system. Flashes when an engine misfire is detected. The matching messages warn that power may be reduced, to avoid strong acceleration and high speed, or not to drive.

Source · Manufacturer manual Honda HR-V e:HEV Owner's Manual 2026 · checked

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Questions about the Malfunction indicator lamp (amber) symbol

What does the Malfunction indicator lamp (amber) symbol mean on Honda cars?
Comes on when there is a problem with the emissions control system or the electric vehicle system. Flashes when an engine misfire is detected. The matching messages warn that power may be reduced, to avoid strong acceleration and high speed, or not to drive.
What does the Malfunction indicator lamp (amber) symbol look like?
Amber outline engine silhouette (Honda style): oil-cap stalk on top, bracket on the left, stepped right end. Colour from the manual's Amber icons heading. It is also called “check engine light”, “engine light” and “malfunction indicator lamp”.

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