my check engine light flashes on and off
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my check engine light flashes on and off
my check engine light flashes on and off when i start my car. does if for like 30 seconds then stops, does that mean there is nothing wrong, and if not how do i make it stop blinking on and off...
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So what to do if you get a CEL? First, look at the CEL. If it is blinking continuously, STOP and DO NOT DRIVE THE CAR!! A flashing CEL can be indicative of something catastrophic going on, and continued use of the engine or driving the car could exacerbate the problem and make the costs to repair it grow into a HUGE amount! If the CEL is blinking, you have no choice but to get it towed to the dealership to have it checked out and fixed.
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Originally Posted by JimmysS2KPoo,Apr 16 2007, 03:23 PM
what could be wrong? and why doesn't it stay on?
Buy a diagnostic tool, or have the S towed to a dealership. Get the code(s) and post what you get on here.
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Is it a little picture of an engine, or is it a light that says MAINT REQD? The former (blinking) indicates a serious problem. Do not drive the car. check the code pulled, and proceed. The latter means you need to change your oil.