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Check Service Engine Soon Light Or Engine Light ON or Flashing

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Engine Warning Light ON OBD Code Scan Easy step by step instructions on how to read automotive diagnostic trouble codes, this article pertains to most vehicles built after 1996. Difficulty Scale: 2 of 10 Helpful Information Once the "check engine" or a "service engine soon" light has illuminated the computer has detected a problem and stored one or more trouble codes. When this light is illuminated the vehicle enters into "limp mode", which means the system is not running at optimal performance. Most 1996 and newer vehicles utilize an ALDL connector port which is used to connect a reader for code retrieval. This connector is generally located on the drivers side near the foot well. A  http://carrepairworld.blogspot.com/2015/04/vehicle-obd-ii-codes.html  can be used to help define the meaning of the malfunction. After repairs have been performed and codes cleared, the computer will start testing systems once the vehicle is driven. Thes...