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Old 04-19-2003, 08:00 AM
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Check Engine light readout

Is there a method to find out which error code is being used when the Check Engine light is on?

I know on RX-7's we could hook up either test lamps (see how many times it blinks and which lamps blink) or set the car into a test mode and watch the check engine light blink pattern to determine the root cause of the check engine light.


Or do I have to go to the dealer and pay for them to find out the root cause?

Thanks,
J
Old 04-19-2003, 08:12 AM
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Since your rig is so new, you need to have a scanner pull the code. Auto Zone was doing readings for free, but I think some people have said they quit doing that. I would run by a small garage or something before trying the dealer for something that simple.
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Auto Zone was able to do it for me this past week took 2 minutes.
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