These symptoms DO NOT trigger Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) or cause the indicator light to blink. If the MIL was reported ON or the indicator light has been blinking, check for DTCs. But if the vehicle has one of the symptoms in the following chart, check the probable cause(s) for it, in the sequence listed, until you find the problem.

Symptom	Probable cause(s)	Notes
When you turn the ignition switch ON (II), the indicator light comes on and stays on or never comes on at all	Communication line between multiplex control unit and gauge assembly defective Blown indicator light bulb	Check that the MIL indicates code for communication line between the multiplex control unit and the gauge assembly (see page 22-273. If the MIL does not indicate code, replace the indicator light bulb (see page 22-273).
or indicator light does not indicate while the shift lever is in that position	Communication line between multiplex control unit and gauge assembly defective Blown indicator light bulb	Check that the MIL indicates code for communication line between the multiplex control unit and the gauge assembly (see page 22-273). If the MIL does not indicate code, replace the indicator light bulb (see page 22-87).
Engine does not start	Shift cable broken or out of adjustment PCM defective Transmission range switch defective Flywheel assembly defective	Check for a loose shift cable on the shift lever and the transmission control shaft. Check the indicator light indication and check for loose transmission range switch connector.