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How can I Reset my OBD-II check engine light?

How can I Reset my OBD-II check engine light?

If you don’t have or don’t want to buy an OBD-II scanner, you can reset your check engine light by disconnecting the negative (black) battery terminal using a 1/2″ wrench. After you disconnect the terminal, turn the ignition to the “on” position for ten seconds, turn it off, and then reconnect the negative battery terminal.

Is the Check Engine Light a blessing or a curse?

This article applies to the Dodge Ram 2nd Generation (1994-2001). The check engine light is truly a blessing and a curse. When they function properly, they warn you of potential problems with your truck.

Where can I get my Check Engine light reset for free?

Auto parts stores such as AutoZone and Advanced Auto will commonly scan and reset your check engine light for free if you stop by. This is a great option if you don’t want to drop the money on a scanner or have to reset everything after disconnecting the negative battery terminal.

If you don’t have or don’t want to buy an OBD-II scanner, you can reset your check engine light by disconnecting the negative (black) battery terminal using a 1/2″ wrench. After you disconnect the terminal, turn the ignition to the “on” position for ten seconds, turn it off, and then reconnect the negative battery terminal.

This article applies to the Dodge Ram 2nd Generation (1994-2001). The check engine light is truly a blessing and a curse. When they function properly, they warn you of potential problems with your truck.

Auto parts stores such as AutoZone and Advanced Auto will commonly scan and reset your check engine light for free if you stop by. This is a great option if you don’t want to drop the money on a scanner or have to reset everything after disconnecting the negative battery terminal.

Why does my car light keep throwing codes?

When they function properly, they warn you of potential problems with your truck. When they don’t function properly, they are annoying. Unfortunately, pretty much every vehicle is known to throw a code for no real reason every now and then, which is why most people will tell you to reset the light and see if it comes back on before taking action.

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Ruth Doyle