Can You Still Drive When the SVS Light Is On?
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You should not drive when the SVS light is on. If the SVS light is illuminated, you can attempt to start the engine. If the engine fails to start, it could indicate an issue with the fuel pump, preventing proper fuel supply to the engine. If the engine starts, the problem might be related to other sensor malfunctions. In such cases, the vehicle may still be drivable, but the fault could affect normal operation. Possible causes for the SVS light being on: 1. The SVS light is similar to the engine fault light; when illuminated, it indicates the engine control unit has detected an incorrect signal or a sensor exceeding usage standards. 2. The SVS fault indicator is a warning light triggered by the ECU (Engine Control Unit) or TCU (Transmission Control Unit) when issues are detected in the engine or automatic transmission. All fuel-injected vehicles have an SVS light—for manual transmissions, it serves as the engine fault indicator, while for automatic transmissions, it indicates both engine and transmission faults.