It depends on what you mean by going off and on. If it happens like a flashing light (check engine) It will not be low coolant. It usually mean that you have a random missfire and that it is bad enough of a missfire that it is damaging your catalytic converter. You need to get to an auto parts store that will check your trouble codes.
Yes, water can cause a misfire, which will cause the check engine light to flash.
Anything that could cause a cylinder misfire can cause the check engine light to flash. A restricted fuel filter is one.Anything that could cause a cylinder misfire can cause the check engine light to flash. A restricted fuel filter is one.
If your check engine light is flashing that means an engine cylinder misfire has been detected
A low battery can cause the electrical system to flash check engine lights
If the check engine light is flashing at 1 second intervals , an engine cylinder misfire has been detected
Yes it can if it is bad you will see the cel
Most likely because you are low on coolant. Check your manual for more specific answers.
A flashing check engine light is usually due to a misfire. see related questions below.
A flashing check engine light indicates a engine condition that could be causing severe catalytic converter damage. The usual cause is a harsh misfire. The engine computer will have set a code, or codes that will help in diagnosis.
Jumping the pin connector on the ECU will allow the check engine light to flash on the dash console. The check engine light will flash repeatedly and show codes.
The coolant level sensor in the coolant reservoir detects the coolant level is low. The coolant system must have a leak in it somewhere. Have a trusted mechanic diagnose it soon before you do damage to the engine.
Depending on the year of the vehucle it may have a governor on it. When the governor kick in it will cause the check engine light to flash. It does not set any codes because there is nothing wrong with the vehicle.