If it is an active code, "still broken", the code will not reset. You need to make sure the cause of the code has been repaired.
After reading the codes with a scanner, and repairing the cause, you clear the code with a scanner
There are pages and pages of causes for a check engine light. You need to have it checked for codes with a scanner to know what to diagnose. After the repair you can clear the code with a scanner.
find out what it is.... (preferably with a scanner) fix it... , clear codes with scanner
A person can reset the check engine light by using an OBD scanner to clear the codes. This is after the problem is fixed.
You read the codes with a scanner, repair the cause, and clear the code with the scanner.
The check engine light comes on to notify the driver that there is an issue. To reset the light, it is best to take care of the issue, or use a scanner that will clear any possible codes.
Fix the cause of the codes, and clear the codes with a scanner or by unhooking the battery.
It requires a scanner to properly diagnosis a check engine light.
get a code scanner, or borrow one from a parts store, plug it in and clear codes
That requires an OBDII engine scanner to clear the codes / turn light off. But if you have not FIXED the problem that made it come on then it will just come on again. Have engine scanned.
If you have an OBD (On Board Diagnostics) scanner, you can read the error code and reset check engine light. Obviously, if the problem is still occurring the light will come back on. Most of the chain autoparts places will read and reset the OBD for you for free. the scanner read #141
The check engine light has nothing to do with the washer fluid. If the check engine light is on you need to have it checked for codes with a scanner.