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It should come on when you turn on the ignition without starting the car. If it does not the bulb is blown or it has been disconnected. Some unscrupulous sellers do this before selling a car with emissions problems where the light is on. If you just bought the car, have the bulb checked and if you find after replacing the bulb or connecting it, the light stays on demand a refund or repair of the problem from the seller. Get written proof of the condition of the bulb. If they refuse contact your state Attorney General for advice on what to do. It is illegal to sell a car with a non-functioning MIL (check engine light).
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Which sensor downstream or upstream causes the MIL light to come on?
About 30 things can cause the light to come on. TAke it to auto zone and have the codes read for free.
Will an after market cold air intake cause the check engine light to come on in a 96 Tahoe--If so how would I stop this from happening?
No, this will not cause the MIL light to come on, unless you removed one of the sensors such as the MAP sensor. You must have all sensors in place. There is no workaround.
What is a mil light?
Malfunction Indicator Light
How often should you change your oxygen sensor?
you should never have to change your oxygen sensors. The only time you have to is if the PCM (powertrain control module) is not recieving any input from them. This would cause an MIL (engine light) to illuminate.
What is mil koeo failed?
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) commonly refered to as the check engine light Key On Engine Off (KOEO)
MIL status is off during diagnostics for volkswagen jetta 2000?
Is the light (check eng.... MIL on whening diag. says no MIL?
Why has my engine malfunction light come on in your ford transit TDCI model 2007?
Any number of possible faults will cause the MIL to illuminate the only way to find the fault is to have the fault codes read by diagnostic equipment. The fault needs to be rectified then the codes can be re-set which will then extinguish the light MIL malfunction indication light
How do you reset mil light on 1988 GMC Safari van?
Disconnect the neg cable from the battery for a moment or two. This will reset the light but it will come back on if the reason the light came on in the first place wasn't fixed.
How do you reset mil light on pacifica?
To reset the check engine light (MIL) on a Chrysler Pacifica, you can use an OBD-II scanner to clear the trouble codes that triggered the light. Alternatively, you can disconnect the battery for about 15 minutes, then reconnect it to reset the system. However, it's essential to first address the underlying issue that caused the light to come on. If the light reappears after resetting, further diagnosis may be needed.
Advises Mil If these letters are rearranged?
If Advises Mil is rearranged what would it be ?
What is A MIL Command Status for motor vehicle?
MIL stands for Maintenance Indication Light. If your vehicle fails inspection due to MIL Command Status, it is due to emission failure.
Whats thicker 4 or 3 mil?
The 1 Mil is equivalent to 0.001 inch. The higher the mil the thicker that product would be. So, 4 mil is thicker than 3 mil.
