Engine self-diagnosis (amber thin outline engine)

Questions about the Engine self-diagnosis (amber thin outline engine) symbol

What does the Engine self-diagnosis (amber thin outline engine) symbol mean on Peugeot cars?

Orange. Flashing: an engine management fault that risks destroying the catalytic converter; get help from a dealer or qualified workshop. Steady: an emissions control fault; it should go out once the engine is started, otherwise have it checked by a dealer or qualified workshop without delay. Steady together with a flashing AdBlue light: a fault in the SCR emissions system.

What does the Engine self-diagnosis (amber thin outline engine) symbol mean on Opel cars?

Lit with the engine running: there is a fault in the emission control system and the permitted emission limits may be exceeded; seek the assistance of a workshop immediately. Flashing with the engine running: a fault that could damage the catalytic converter; ease off the accelerator until the flashing stops and seek a workshop immediately.

What does the Engine self-diagnosis (amber thin outline engine) symbol mean on Nissan cars?

The orange light comes on when the power switch is ON, which means the system is operational. If it comes on while the e-POWER system is running, it may indicate an engine control system malfunction or misfire. With the message [Engine malfunction Power reduced Service now]: stop the e-POWER system and have the vehicle towed to a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop for inspection. With [Engine malfunction Service Now]: do not drive above 70 km/h (43 MPH), avoid hard acceleration or deceleration and steep uphill grades, reduce the load carried or towed if possible, and have the vehicle inspected; towing is not needed. Continued driving without repair could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy and engine control system damage.

Does the Engine self-diagnosis (amber thin outline engine) symbol mean the same on every appliance?

No. On Peugeot cars it means: Engine or emissions fault. On Opel cars it means: Emission control fault. On Nissan cars it means: Engine control malfunction or misfire.

What does the Engine self-diagnosis (amber thin outline engine) symbol look like?

Orange thin-line outline engine block. It is also called “Check engine”, “Emissions warning” and “Engine management light”.

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