Check Engine Light

Try disconnecting the battery for about 10 mins. Have vehicle scanned to determine the problem and have codes cleared

Just remove the negative battery cable and turn on the switch to drain any leftover power stored in any compacitors. Replace the cable and you are good to go. If you still have a service light then you have a legitimate problem.

When you disconnct the battery, you are going to have to reset a number of functions that have been stored by your computer. The better way to go is to purchase or borrow an OBD II Scanner or reader. This allows you to see what the trouble code is at the same time being able to reset the service light. By the way, these scanners are relatively inexpensive and it's an excellent tool to own. The scanner has a simple one-plug attachment and it fits into the scan port under the left-hand side of your dash. It walks you through each of the steps required. I had the same problem on my 2005 Explorer and by using the scanner, I was able to shut my light off in a matter of two minutes.

There could be several reasons why a Nissan Sentra service engine light is coming on. The car may need an oil change, tune up, or there could be a major engine problem.

There are pages and pages of things that can cause a check engine light. You need to have it checked with a scantool. Then the code can be diagnosed and repaired.

I'm no expert, but I think it's trying to tell you to service the engine soon. im no car expert either but from what i know is that the check engine light can come up for various reasons. sometimes its not even important to have it checked because itll just light up for something small. its always good to have it checked out though.

P0601, pcm internal failure.

replace pcm

There are pages and pages of things that can cause a check engine light. You need to have it checked with a scantool. Then the code can be diagnosed and repaired.

Assuming you have already fixed the problem that caused the check engine light to come on in the first place, there are a couple ways to turn off the check engine light. The first way, which is the right way, is take it to a mechanic that will use a scanner and clear the codes, or you can simply unhook your battery for a few seconds, and then hook it back up. Either way will work, but if you didnt fix the problem it will come back on.

no, trac lights have to do with traction control, this is part of the A.B.S system, what are the codes that are stored, you could check the connector for corrosion or loosness but I need more info to help.

Check engine lights involve the engine's electronics and/or electrical system, since they are interrelated. My '97 Sable's recent check engine light signified a problem with the camshaft sensor, which had to be replaced. Important, since it works with the ignition system, and while AAA is good to have, I hate being towed. It's a tricky repair, and like most manufacturers, Ford has the system designed to mandate a particular repair tool that's expensive to buy. The job's a pain anyway, and can be tricky, so it's best to have a certified mechanic you trust do it (I do not, repeat, do not, like dealerships for a variety of reasons). Never ignore a check engine light; generally easy to computer diagnose (but prepare to pay for an hour of diagnostics). All dash lights are potentially bogus -- sometimes these things take on a life of their own, signifying nothing, but it's foolhardy to assume that. Hope this helps.

YOU CAN USE A FORD CODE SCANNER TO RETRIEVE CODES. AFTER CODE ITEMS ARE REPAIRED, FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN CODE SCANNER BOOK TO RESET COMPUTER IN CAR.

if it is OBDII hook it up to the tester which can be done for free at advanced auto parts.

Advance auto parts in my area will no longer clear codes for you.

I am answering my own question.Finally! I took my Infiniti Q45 (1994) to a mechanic who listened to my concerns. I told him that my car stalls when attempting to excellerate, the check engine light would come on, and that the vehicle would sometimes completely shut down. The mechanic told me to take the vehicle to a shop to have the fuel injectors cleaned.This cost me $79.99 at Sears auto center. I also changed my air filter.This cost an additional $30. MY CAR RUNS GREAT AGAIN! (The dealership said that it sounds like the fuel pump was getting ready to go up. it was whinning.This would have cost me around $900). My Q45 0f 10 years ownership runs almost as it did when I first purchased it!

the injectors....

Go to Autozone and have them do a free check engine diagnostic. My 1999 had that problem. It is probably an EGR valve problem. Its a simple fix and helps with fuel efficency.

there is a thing called a code, which is in the trucks computer that tells it that there is a problem in the enginge, a couple of things to do is erase the code with a computer scan tool (most mechanics will have one) or it might work to disconnect the battery for at least 15min and that should clear all codes. TO KEEP IT FROM COMMING BACK YOU MUST FIRST FIX THE PROBLEM.

The check engine light (service engine soon) comes on and stays on when a problem is detected by the self diagnosis system of your vehicle. Generally, the problem is in the emissions or something that is affecting the effectiveness of the emissions, but other causes can trigger the light to come on, too. To determine the cause, the vehicle will need to be taken to AutoZone or a shop that has an OBD2 scanner, or for 1995 and earlier models, an OBD1 scanner, While a scanner will not give you the magic answer, it will give you a code that narrows down the problem area.

Have vehicle scanned to determine the problem. That is if the check engine light is on. If it isn't on you should check your distributor cap and rotor. Make sure your spark plugs are gapped and still in good shape and torque them when you screw them back in. Check the spark plug wires for white deposits and spray water on them and check to see if there are sparks coming off them when the car is on and the wires are wet. If there are, then you should change the wires. Change the fuel filter, if the filter is clogged then you will not have enough fuel going to your cylinders. Get fuel injector cleaner because if your fuel injectors are clogged you will not get enough fuel into your cylinders also. Make sure its not your catalytic converter or O2 sensors. If it is any of these, it will come up as a check engine light. Oh yeah, check your PCV valve as well.

Hope this helped!

THE OIL LIGHT WILL COME ON WHEN THERE ISNT ANY OIL PRESSURE SO MANY PEOPLE THINK IT COMES ON WHEN YOU HAVE NO OIL ALTHOUGH HAVING NO OIL ON THE DIP STICK MAY CAUSE A LIGHT USUALLY IT IS THE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR WHICH IS LOCATED NEAR THE DISTRIBUTOR ON THE BACK OF THE ENGINE IT IS A REAL B***H TO SEE.

I don't think that there is a way, but I could be mistaken. However, most auto stores like Auto Zone, Checker, Kragen, etc. will read the codes for you at no charge. FriPilot

Have vehicle scanned to determine the problem and have codes cleared

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The engine computer turns it on at start up for a bulb check. If it stays on the computer has detected a malfunction and set a code.

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