the check engine light indicates there is a malfunction or problem associated with the engine. instead of just having it turned off, it may be in your, and your cars best interest to find out what and if there is a problem. if the light popped on for no reason, just have the light cleared. You can use an OBD2 scanner to read the code from your cars computer. They cost anywhere from $60 to $300, depending on what features you want. A basic scanner that can also reset the code will run you about $100. As the above states, you should read to code, so that you can determine what is causing the fault. The OBD2 port is located on the drivers side, under the dash board, near where your left knee would be while you are driving. It's pretty big, so you can't miss it. The probe from the scanner will only go in one way. So if it doesn't go in one way, turn it 180 degrees, and try it again.
If your check engine light is flashing , an engine cylinder misfire has been detected
I have a 98 mystique, and when the check engine light comes on, I simply disconnect the positive battery terminal for a couple of minutes. When I replace it, the check engine light is cleared. It resets the computer.
common problem with 1998 mystique check engine light on
Yes, but if it stays on you should plan to take it in soon to have the engine checked. That is why the light is there.
Check engine light usually indicates a problem in the emission control system - have vehicle scanned to determine the problem
HAVE AN AUTO STORE OR SHOP HOOK UP THE OBD2 SCANNER TO SEE WHAT CODES ARE
If your check engine light is flashing that means an engine cylinder (s) misfire has been detected what is a engine cylinder misfire and how much bdoes it cost to fix it
There is a battery light above the engine temperature gauge
not charging the battery properly... check the alternator.
You will have to fix the problem with the car, most places like auto zone can hook up a code scanner to the for free and tell you the reason the check engine light is on, once you get an answer, then you can fix the problem and the light should disappear.
On a 1997 Mercury Mountaineer : The " CHECK ENGINE " warning light is just to the left of the battery voltage gauge
Check and fix the engine.