This means that your car is almost due for service. (oil change, lube, etc.) It will come on steady when service is required.
There is a problem with the emissions system. Need to have engine scaned with a engine scanner, and it will tell you were the problem is and whats going on.
Have vehicle scanned to determine the problem
Have vehicle scanned to determine the problem
If the check engine light flashes an engine cylinder misfire has been detected Avoid any heavy acceleration / decelleration and have the vehicle scanned for any trouble code(s) in order to diagnose and repair the problem
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The check engine or service engine soon light comes on to alert you that there is or was a problem with the emissions system on your vehicle. If the light comes on steady and stays on, it means that there is a problem and you should have it checked out soon. If it comes on and flashes, it means you will cause damage if you continue driving.
A flashing check engine light indicates a "catalyst damaging" misfire. Do not drive while light is flashing. It can(or already has) cause damage to your catalytic converter which can be very expensive to replace. It is likely you have an ignition problem on one cylinder. Bad coil or wire or something like that. It is not uncommon for that to be an intermittent problem. Your check engine light only flashes when it detects the misfire is present at that time. The regular check engine light will remain on to remind you there is a problem that needs addressed.
The light that shows an engine symbol is your check engine light . If the light stays on while the engine is running, the OBD II system has detected a possible problem with your emission system. If the light flashes on and off, an engine "miss" has been detected . Have your Explorer scanned for any trouble codes to find and then repair the problem.
Normally it does not flash. It only flashes when there is a serious problem. It will come steadily on when there is a problem but it is not critical. It will come on for a few seconds when you first start the engine. This is to show you it is working.
The engine light flashes when the computer has detected a problem and set a code. The code can be read for free at most auto parts stores and they can tell you what may need to be replaced to fix it.
The 1995 Chevrolet Geo flashing amber engine light is an indication that the engine needs to be checked soon. A red flashing engine light is an indication the engine needs to be checked immediately.
take it to the autozone they check the engine light for free