8. How urgent is it to address a check engine light? It depends on the nature of the problem. A steady light suggests you should check it out soon, but a flashing light indicates a more serious issue that requires immediate attention to prevent damage to your vehicle. Check out this vide...
Does a check-engine light really mean something is wrong with your engine? An OBD2 scanner can tell you. What you should do if your idiot light comes on.
works. Sometimes not. If I am not in a position to shut it off and try again the light stops flashing and goes back to just being on steady after 5-10 minutes. But the car is shaky whether idling in traffic or while actually driving. The shaking stops once the light stops flashing....
What a Check-Engine Light Means If you're positive that it's a check-engine warning light staring back at you from the gauge cluster, there are some key things to remember. If the light is a steady orange or yellow and there is no perceptible change in how the car is driving, you ...