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.
The check engine light on a 2003 Honda Accord will be triggered when something on the engine is malfunctioning. To rid the check engine a light the ECU will need to be reset.
No, the Check Engine light will only come on when you have an emissions related problem.
you have a problem with your engine and and its emissions. take it to auto zone for a free check.
Turn on the ignition and look at the instruments. You will see the Check Engine Light come on for a few seconds and then go off. If you see the light it is working.
The Check Engine Light comes on when the ECU detects a problem with the emissions system.
If a check engine light is appearing when the car starts then the ECU is receiving an alert from somewhere in the engine. The computer should receive a diagnostic test which will provide an answer as to why the check engine light appeared on the 1997 Honda Civic.
No, the check engine light does not come on because your gas is half way full. The check engine light will come on if there is a problem with the engine.
Warning lights on a 2008 Honda Accord include the gas light and the check engine light. There is also lights that come on when doors are open.
That is very possible but most likely yes
If the Check Engine light is on, then you have a problem with the emissions system. Once the repair is made the light must be reset with an OBD2 scan tool. If you do not repair the problem the light will just come back on.
If an check engine light does not come on it is a good thing. When your check engine light comes on, it means you need service done on your vehicle.
No the check engine light will not come on