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The check engine light comes on when a malfunction with the emission control system has been detected - if the light stays on ( and doesn't correct itself ) have the Ranger scanned for trouble codes to diagnose and then repair the malfunction

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Q: 1992 ranger 3.0 v-6 why would the check engine light come on?
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