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There are thousands of reasons. You need to pull out error codes. You can do it at local autozone store.
Take it to Autozone and have them read the check engine error code. That's where you start.
You need to stop by AutoZone or Advance Auto Parts and ask them to pull error codes out of your computer.
The check engine light comes on when the main computer senses an error in something electronic such as a bad sensor or wire. The easiest way to see what it is is to go to autozone or a dealership or someone with a scan tool and have them read the codes from the vehicle. Autozone does it for free but a dealership will charge for it.
Maybe. Get the error code checked at Autozone It may be a future problem you can prevent right now.
Engine position system performance(bank 1) Engine position system performance(bank 1)
It shouldn't prevent it from starting however it will cause an error light on the instrument panel to light up indicating an error with the automated system.
ran in to same problem with 93 escort. went to ford escort owners association (feoa.net). my problem turned out to be a vacuum leak. the forums will help narrow down problem. there is also a way to check and find out error codes on the site.
The check engine light error code PO172 means that the system is too rich. The reason why the system is to rich is due to the mass air flow sensor being dirty or faulty.
You have problems with your air bag system. Try to find a local Mitsubishi Dealer or Autozone garage. They can read out the error message and tell you more.
Go to NAPA or AutoZone, they will tell you.
If there is an AutoZone close by you can go there and they will pull the computer codes for free. If not, you'll have to visit a repair shop with the ability to do so; they typically charge for this.