No, the headlight bulb will just not turn on. The check engine light only comes on when there is a problem with the ENGINE, not the BULB.
On a 1997 Ford Explorer : CHECK ENGINE is just to the left of the " C " on the engine coolant temperature gauge ( Helpfull )
After the Explorer is scanned for trouble codes to diagnose and then repair the malfunction , then the check engine light can be reset
might need to check your engine soon
According to the 2000 Ford Explorer Owner Guide : No , a separate fuse for the check engine light is not listed
no a burnt out headlight will not cause a check engine light but if you go to most of the part places they will check the check engine light for free
The check engine light is the light shaped like an engine, or the light that states Check Engine (Soon). If this light comes on, it is time to see what the issue is with the engine.
If the check engine light is flashing that means an engine cylinder misfire has been detected
If your check engine light is staying on with the engine running , a malfunction has been detected with the emission control system . Have your Explorer scanned for any trouble codes to diagnose and repair the problem
Check the back of the engine on either side.
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Check your regulator. It controls voltage to the headlight. If it is defective you will get way more than 6 volts to the headlight above 3000 rpm.
The check engine light comes on when the engine computer has detected a malfunction and set a trouble code.