As your vehicle runs/drives along the computer (ecm) is doing component tests constantly. If the computer notices a component out of range it will turn the light on to alert you to the problem.
Be sure to review the "Related Questions" below for more about how to respond to the Check Engine Light (CEL), or Service Engine Soon (SES)
A reset Engine Service Light comes on when an issue comes up with in the engine. This light can be reset by a tech or by fixing the problem.
No, not for that one light. The instrument panel has a fuse.
service the engine...... or disconnect the battery for a few moments to clear the memory on your cars computer..... please be safe and do it in a way that you do not hurt your self. most of the time the service engine light comes on, there may be damage to the engine, the computer cant tell you when something is about to go wrong, it can only tell you after it has.....,..
i have replaced the plugs and wires and my service engine light comes again in 2004 land rover discovery
According to page 10 in the 2002 Ford Taurus Owners Manual (see below), the 'Service Engine Soon" warning light is the picture of an engine in the lower left hand corner of the dash / instrument panel.
on some cars, the service engine light comes and no code is present when a headlight is out
Service required is the oil change reminder. Service engine soon would be the check engine light.
The service engien light (check engine) comes on when the engine computer detects a malfunction and sets a code. You need to have the codes read, diagnosed and repaired to keep the light off.The service engien light (check engine) comes on when the engine computer detects a malfunction and sets a code. You need to have the codes read, diagnosed and repaired to keep the light off.
This happens when there is an Active Misfire, or a urgent pending service matter. Get your codes checked.
service engine soon light comes on
The pollution sensor is detecting unburned hydrocarbons. That usually means a cylinder is misfiring.
If an check engine light does not come on it is a good thing. When your check engine light comes on, it means you need service done on your vehicle.