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By repairing whatever tripped the light. Then you use an OBD2 scan tool to reset the light.
AnswerYou just have to disconnect the battery for a minute and then the check engine light go off, if the problem has been fixed! AnswerDisconnecting the battery will reset the light on most, but not all, 1995 & older cars, but on 1996 and newer cars this will rarely reset the light. It requires an OBD2 scan tool to reset the light on most newer cars.
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Will resetting the check engine light also resolve the existing problem temporarily?
No, resetting the light will not fix the cause of the problem.
Will having my ecm help with reset?
Resetting the ECM without fixing the reason why the check engine light came on will only lead to the check engine light coming back on soon.
How do reset the check engine light after an oil change on a 07 Toyota Camry?
Check engine light or required maintenance light. Procedure for resetting required maintenance light just answered. Check engine light requires an OBD II to determine problem and turn the light off.
How many miles do you need to drive to pass emission test after resetting check engine light?
50 miles
Can you replace a catalytic converter with a straight pipe on a 1998 dodge durango 5.9?
No. It is illegal, will cause a check engine light and running problems.No. It is illegal, will cause a check engine light and running problems.
What is the ticking noise coming from under the hood of a 1999 Dodge Durango?
What causes ticking, check engine light, and the check gauges sensor to come on in a 1999 Dodge Durango 5.2L SUV?
Would worn brake pads in 99 dodge durango cause check engine light to come on?
no for sure not
How do you reset a 1999 Audi A4 check engine light?
It has to be done with a scan tool. Resetting the light without correcting the problem will be of no use as the light will come back on.
Whats the average mileage that a Dodge Durango's engine will turn the engine light on?
There are pages and pages of things that can cause a check engine light. You need to have it checked with a scantool. Then the code can be diagnosed and repaired.
How do you turn off the check engine light on my 91 Mercedes 300 SE?
The best way to turn off the check engine light on a 91 Mercedes 300 SE is to disconnect the battery. However, resetting the light this way will not fix what made the light come on.
Resetting check engine light on 2005 silverado?
disconnect battery cables and touch them together! I have done this and it worked. I have an 05 2500hd
What does check engine light mean on 1999 4runner with 140000 miles on it?
check engine usually is emissions related, try resetting by disconnect negative battery terminal for about 5-10 minutes.
