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Why would check engine light come on less than 6 weeks after purchase of this certified vehicle?
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∙ 18y ago
Check engine lights can be something simple (gas cap too loose) or something more serious (bad oxygen sensor). If the light has been on, then there is 'diagnostic trouble code' (DTC) stored in the car's computer. In the US, Autozone auto parts stores will perform a code-read of DTCs at no charge. This can save the expense of paying a service shop to diagnose a loose gas cap. The dealer who sold you the vehicle should do this for free...this is simply plugging a test box into your car...takes about a minute. Many cars (BMW, Honda, others) have the ability to clear their own codes (after X number of restarts). In most models, disconecting the battery for a minute or two will clear trouble codes, thereby getting rid of a nuisance code like a loose gas cap.
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Where can you purchase a certified check?
At a bank.
Where is the nearest mechanic that can check my engine?
You should go to a certified mechanic or a professional with the experience needed to operate on your vehicle concerning brakes etc. Try looking and comparing different shops in phonebook etc.
Ford Contour check engine light?
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Will the check engine light come on with no oil in the car?
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What does it mean when the check your engine light comes on in a vehicle?
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What do you do if your check engine light comes on?
Take your vehicle to a mechanic
Check engine light won't come on?
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.
Why is the Check engine light on Chevy?
The check engine light (service engine soon) comes on and stays on when a problem is detected by the self diagnosis system of your vehicle.
How do you check the diagnostic codes for Check Engine light on?
you can either purchase a computer programmer ($200-$350+) that will allow you to check and clear codes as well as adjust computer settings for maximum performance or take the vehicle to most auto parts stores that can check the codes for free.
How do you fix engine code P1299 on a Ford?
Check your coolant overflow reservoir, if it is to the marked line you should take it to a certified mechanic as the problem maybe a faulty sensor. If the reservoir is empty than fill to the line marked then remove negative terminal from battery and turn on head lights for 15 minutes. Reattach negative terminal and test drive. If CHECK ENGINE light comes back take your vehicle to a certified mechanic.
Does the engine have to be running to check transmission fluid level?
It can vary from vehicle to vehicle, but on most automatics the answer is yes.
What is the Check engine light telling you?
there is a emissions related failure on the vehicle.
