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Check Engine Light
The check engine light comes on in a car when the engine is experiencing a problem. Ask questions here about your car's check engine light.
7,238 Questions
Can the OBD codes self display in a 2007 F-150 FX4?
Codes will not self-display on a 2007 F-150 FX4. A code reader will be necessary to determine what is wrong with the engine if there is a check engine light displayed.
You are a mechanics how to reset set management light without a computer resetter?
Are you referring to the Check Engine Light? If so, you can try disconnecting the positive battery cable for 30 minutes. This will reset the light on pre-OBD2 vehicles and some early OBD2 vehicles. If that does not work then the only way is to use an OBD2 scan tool. Of course if you do not repair the problem that caused the light to come on in the first place, it will just come back on again.
check and call customer number, some 2002 Rav4s have a recall because of faulty check engine lite sensors. http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2006/12/07/030894.html Hope this helps, I'm calling tomorrow. my lite just came on and only 27,000 miles on car.
Why is the check engine light on on a 2006 gmc sierra?
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 a parts store 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.
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 a parts store 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.
Why does the malfunction indicator light go on?
The check engine light (malfunction light) 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.
Why is my 2001 jag xj8 engine light on?
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 a parts store 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.
How do you reset the check engine light on a 2002 Honda Accord?
Before you start the car, hold in the same button used to reset the trip mileage tracker. Continue to hold the button in as you start the car and until the check engine light goes off -- should take around 10 - 15 seconds.
Car shakes when turned on. engine light starts blinking on and off?
If the check engine light is blinking that means an engine cylinder misfire has been
detected
What causes error code catalyst system insufficient threshold bank 2?
Exhaust leak, failed oxygen sensor, failed catalytic converter.
How do you reset check engine light on 1996 Tahoe?
After repairing the cause of the code, you clear the code with a scan tool.
What does it mean when the dashboard brake light is on?
it could mean that your fluid is low and that could mean a bad master cylinder
you cleared the codes so now the vehicle info is lost so the censers are resetting so the car can run efficiently.the censers should return to where they were in about five miles or so,but your check engine light will come back on.the best thing to do is ,fix the problem,clear the codes with the engine off,then after you finish everything and unhook the scanner drive the vehicle for about ten miles to make sure the problem is fixed.hope that helps.
What would cause your check engine light to come on in your 98 Chevy cavalier?
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.
What does an obd2 code P1330 mean for a Volvo s80?
It is an error code that says the variable valve timing is out of limits, may need a timing adjustment or a new vvt solenoid
1999 dodge Dakota How do I read code for check engine light?
You can buy your own code reader or bring the car to Auto Zone. They'll check it for free.
Doesn't matter how much gas is in the tank but if you don't correct the reason the light came on in the first place, the light will come back on again. Have your local auto parts store read the code(s). The code(s) will help determine why the check engine light is on. Most auto parts stores provide this service for free.
It needs oil. My 97 Plymouth Breeze burns oil like crazy, I put more in every other time I fill it up with gas.
2003 GMC sierra check engine light BLINKING?
You need to rent / borrow / purchase an OBD II code reader to check the code.
Turn off the maintenance required light on your 1998 Acura Integra?
if you feel underneath the dashboard to the right of the steering column; you will find a button. push and hold it until the light goes off. It is hard to feel, it is probably best to just get down there and look for it. In my 1999 integra it is a little square blue button.
What does a check engine light look like on a Malibu?
its a little light bulb that will light up and make a bright looking thing on your dash that will glow but if the bulb i sburned out then you will have to get a new bulb
Why does the check engine light come on in a Kia?
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.
You have to repair the cause of the light coming on. The airbag computer will have set a code about the cause. See related question for more info.
