If you have another light that says Check Engine, then the Service Engine Soon light means to change the oil/filter or perform some other maintenance item as listed in your owner's manual. You will see the other light when you turn on the ignition. If however there is no Check Engine light, this light means there is a problem with the emissions system.
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Why? Just reset it.
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.
That requires an OBDII engine scanner.
There are pages and pages and items that can cause a check engine light. You need to have it checked for codes with a scan tool. After repair light can be shut off with scan tool.
i have replaced the plugs and wires and my service engine light comes again in 2004 land rover discovery
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.
Have vehicle scanned to determine the problem and have codes cleared
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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.