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Old Dec 21, 2015 | 04:48 PM
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CHECK ENGINE

Its been awhile gents!

First and foremost; Merry Xmas to you all and your families, and I hope all is well.

A week ago my check engine light came on "out of the blue". The Beast runs fine, it requires a little oil but that's it. I did the plugs and wires at 90k (current mileage at: 98,800), and it had the fuel recall done 6 months ago. Has anyone had this particular issue happen, and if so what was the outcome? Thanks

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Old Dec 21, 2015 | 10:01 PM
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you are not going to get any help unless you give us the fault code(s).
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Old Dec 21, 2015 | 11:19 PM
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I'm pretty sure your car is telling you to check the engine.

You should pop open the hood and check that it's still there.
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Old Dec 22, 2015 | 10:34 AM
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I'm pretty sure your car is telling you to check the engine.

You should pop open the hood and check that it's still there.

STILL THERE!
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Old Dec 22, 2015 | 10:55 AM
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A good investment would be an OBD II reader. If you have an Android phone get a Bluetooth one, if you have an iPhone get the wifi version. Download the "Torque" app or "Engine Link" app.
You will be able to not only pull and erase engine codes but monitor other systems like Intake Air Temp.
The whole thing should only set you back about $30 between the app and OBD II device
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Old Dec 22, 2015 | 11:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Blue55
A good investment would be an OBD II reader. If you have an Android phone get a Bluetooth one, if you have an iPhone get the wifi version. Download the "Torque" app or "Engine Link" app.
You will be able to not only pull and erase engine codes but monitor other systems like Intake Air Temp.
The whole thing should only set you back about $30 between the app and OBD II device

Thanks for the TIP Blue55 (Chris?)! If I decide to keep this car I will look into it. Merry Xmas!
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Old Dec 22, 2015 | 11:16 AM
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You can also drive to your local Autozone, Advanced Auto and they can plug in a OBD reader and give you the code.
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