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Driving Your MazdaWarning/Indicator Lights and Beep SoundsCAUTIONDon't continue driving when thecharging system warning light isilluminated because the engine couldstop unexpectedly.qEngine Oil Pressure Warning LightCAUTIONDon't run the engine if oil pressure islow. It could result in extensive enginedamage.qCheck Engine LightThis warning light illuminates when theignition switch is turned to the ONposition and turns off when the engine isstarted.This warning light indicates low engineoil pressure.If the light illuminates while driving:1. Drive to the side of the road and parkoff the right-of-way on level ground.2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutesfor the oil to drain back into the oilpan.3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 8-19).If it's low, add oil.4. Check the warning light.If the light remains illuminated even afteryou add oil, have your vehicle towed toan Authorized Mazda Dealer.If this light comes on while driving, thevehicle may have a problem. It isimportant to note the driving conditionswhen the light came on and consult anAuthorized Mazda Dealer.The check engine light may come on inthe following cases:l The fuel tank level being very low orapproaching empty.l The engine's electrical system has aproblem.l The emission control system has aproblem.l The fuel-filler cap is missing or nottightened securely.If the check engine light remains on orflashes continuously, do not drive at highspeeds and consult an Authorized MazdaDealer as soon as possible.5-37