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When the contaminants trapped in the air filter slow the volume rate of airflow past the mass air flow sensor located in front of the filter housing, the ECC (engine control computer) will trip a code. As the filter becomes more and more clogged, performance will lag. The TPS (throttle position sensor) will exceed it's operating range as you push more and more on the gas pedal.. The VSS (vehicle speed sensor) will determine the car is not moving fast enough for the TPS position and an inaccurate reading is sent..
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Will a fuel filter turn your check engine light on?
A clogged or defective fuel filter will very likely cause a check engine light. If it is suspected, it should be replaced.
Can a flashing engine light indicate a bad fuel filter?
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.
Can a dirty fuel filter affect the check engine light?
Yes
Why does your check engine light come on when you change the air filter to a open air filter?
it is probably throwing off a sensor, like the mass airflow or map sensor and causing the check engine light to come on
Will a bad cabin air filter cause the check engine light to come on?
No
You just had your fuel filter changed could this cause your check engine light to stay on?
Auto Zone will check your engine codes for FREE. They will tell exactly what is causing your engine light to stay on. They may even reset it for you.
What causes Toyota Highlander check engine light?
I have a 2003 Highlander. Whenever I get the oil changed, the check engine light comes on within a couple of days. I finally figured out that there is a hose under the air filter case that gets disconnected when the filter is checked. Just reattach the hose and the light will reset after a few restarts of the engine.
What if you cant find the problem that keeps your service engine light on?
A service engine light is not the same as a check engine light. In most instances the service engine light means you are in need of an oil/filter change. Refer to your owners manual to see what is needed at the mileage you are at on your vehicle. If you are talking about the check engine light then take the vehicle to a professional for repair.
Why does your glow plug light come on when your engine is warm?
Check the water seperator filter. It may be full.
Will a dirty air filter cause the check engine light to come on?
Yes, especially in Volkswagen cars.
How do you turn off the check engine soon light on a 1995 Nissan Sentra?
change the oil filter
Could clogged fuel filter cause engine check light to turn on and off?
yes because there isn't enough oil isn't getting to the motor yes.a severely clogged filter can cause a lean condition triggering sensor codes activating the check engine light.
