The " check engine light" is by far one of the most misunderstood technological advances It is a warning light that is illuminated when there is a problem affecting the EMISSIONS of the vehicle.. Don't let it bother you as it is a good thing once you understand it. One point that was brought up a recent meeting of technicians was that the amount of hydrocarbons is greater when the gas cap is left off than when the engine is running. Hydrocarbons are part of pollution emitted as gasoline evaporates. Going a step farther, one facet of the emission system is the "Evaporative" portion. This is when the fumes from the gasoline are leaking from the system into the outside air. This is one part of the emission system that can trigger a check engine light. I would say a small percentage of the vehicles that have a check engine light are the result of a loose or inadequate gas cap. But understand that many scenarios are possible with the "check engine light" The vehicle's powertrain computer (note that some vehicles have multiple computers aside from the powertain computer) will run a series of self-tests. They will only run under certain criteria. And they are different from manufacturer to manufacturer. Some self-tests or
The check engine light on a Buick Regal can be reset with a special diagnostic scanner. This can be performed at a car dealership or service garage.
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I have a Buick Regal LS and I had them run a computer diagnosis and it was due to the gas cap not fitting properly. There is an electronic sensor there. Most automotive stores will do this check for you free of charge.
how do you reset check engine light in 2008 buick lucerne
If the check engine light does not flash when in the diag mode, the problem is the computer. Could be as simple as a failed lamp driver but a failed computer is toast and will need to be replaced/
Why is my security light on and will not let my key come out of the ignition. 1999 buick regal
engine light
You can only reset it with an OBDII diagnostic scaner
how do you change the rear license plate light on a 1999 Buick Regal
Disconnect the negative battery cable for 10 seconds.
The check engine light on the 1998 Buick Park Avenue can be reset by disconnecting the battery for a few minutes and then reconnecting it. The check engine light is only going to stay off if the problem that created the light is fixed.
CHECK BOTH THE INTERIOR FUSE AND THE COURTSY FUSE