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I'm not sure if it applies to German automobiles as well, but typically in domestic cars if the check engine light is blinking or flashing it means you are doing damage to the catalytic converter. Usually this is caused by a misfire in the engine, which could the the fault of a few things (i.e. bad spark plug, bad plug wire, bad fuel injector, etc.). It is highly recommended that you do NOT drive the vehicle when the check engine light is 'blinking'.
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Will a dirty air filter cause the check engine light to come on?
Yes, especially in Volkswagen cars.
How do you check engine codes on a 1993 jeep?
With a scan tool, or try turning key on, off, on, off, on and counting the blinks of the check engine light. blink, blink, blink, pause, blink would be 31.
What might cause the 'check engine light' to blink in a 2002 Jeep Liberty?
My 02 liberty check engine light has blinked in the past. It was because my battery needed to be replaced. Count the number of times it blinks and search for that blink pattern online for better information.
Why does your check engine light blink?
A flashing check engine light is usually an indication of a misfire.
How do you get check engine codes without an obd?
On some if you turn key on, off, on, off, on. The check engine light may start to flash the code. blink, blink, bink, pause blink would be 31.
How do you turn off check engine light 2002 Volkswagen Passat?
After repairing the cause of the code, you clear with a scan tool.
Why check engine lamp blink?
A flashing engine light is usually a misfire.
Why would check engine light blink on my Oldsmobile cutlass?
Probably because you need to check the engine.
Why does a check engine light blink on a 1998 Mazda 626?
If the check engine light is blinking , an engine cylinder misfire has been detected
What cause the check engine light to blink on a 1994 acura legend?
The check engine light comes on for numerous faults found by the computer. You will have to have the code pulled to find out why it is flashing. Most auto parts stores will do this at no cost.
What cause check engine to blink after you just started your van in 2002 dodge caravan se?
Could be a number of things CONSULT with with your Dealer and have it looked at.
Why does the check engine light blink on your 1998 mercury mountaineer?
An engine misfire has been detected
