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Resetting the check engine light

Here is how to reset your ECU without disconnecting your battery. This is a solution for those who install new parts and do not want to risk losing their trip meter mileages, radio presents, and so on.

  1. Make sure the car is off and that the key is not in the ignition.
  2. Open the hood and locate the "Engine Room Relay Box." This is the fuse/relay box in the engine bay. On the xA/xB, it is the black top box to the right of the engine bay.
  3. Take the black cover off and flip it over to read the embossed diagram. You want to look for the EFI fuse (not RELAY). On the xA/xB, the EFI fuse is 15 Amps. On the tC, the EFI fuse is 20 Amps.
    On the xA, the EFI fuse is #4:
  4. Using the fuse-puller (white piece of plastic in the box), pull the EFI fuse out and let it sit for 10-30 seconds.
  5. Pop the fuse back in the EFI fuse socket. Make sure it is properly seated and is uniform with the other fuses.
  6. Put the black cover back on.
  7. Cross your fingers, start up the car, and hope you don't pull another CEL (Check Engine Light).
  8. If you are successful in not pulling a CEL, I recommend you let the car for 5-10 minutes for good measure.
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