What do the warning lights on an Acura tell you?
We’ve covered the lights that could be urgent for your safety, now this light is urgent for your Acura’s safety. The engine warning light is designed to tell you that you may have an issue with your engine oil; whether it’s low or your oil pressure is off, it’s important that you stop immediately.
Where to find diagnostic code for Acura check engine light?
1. Connect scan tool to the 16-pin data link connector (DLC) located underneath the glove compartment. The connector has a removable cover. 2. Turn the ignition on. 3. Follow scan tool manufacturer’s operating instructions to access the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC’s).
What happens when the Check Engine light comes on?
Of course you should not ignore the light; it is warning you of some problem with the emissions system. When the light is on, your car runs on default parameters, not optimized to reduce emissions and increase mileage, and so you won’t get the gas mileage the car is designed to get.
Where is the DTC code on an Acura?
1. Connect SCS service connector special tool No. 07PAZ-0010100, or equivalent, to service check connector located under the passenger’s side of dash. 2. Turn the ignition on. 3. MIL will indicate DTC’s by outputting a number of flashes. Remember, these are manufacturer specific codes only.
1. Connect scan tool to the 16-pin data link connector (DLC) located underneath the glove compartment. The connector has a removable cover. 2. Turn the ignition on. 3. Follow scan tool manufacturer’s operating instructions to access the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC’s).
We’ve covered the lights that could be urgent for your safety, now this light is urgent for your Acura’s safety. The engine warning light is designed to tell you that you may have an issue with your engine oil; whether it’s low or your oil pressure is off, it’s important that you stop immediately.
What does it mean when your check engine light is blinking?
Check Engine Light Flashing. If your Acura check engine light is blinking it usually means there is an engine misfire. Fuel is not getting burned in the cylinder. In such cases, the engine will also shake noticeably. Do not drive an Acura for extended time if the check engine light is flashing.
1. Connect SCS service connector special tool No. 07PAZ-0010100, or equivalent, to service check connector located under the passenger’s side of dash. 2. Turn the ignition on. 3. MIL will indicate DTC’s by outputting a number of flashes. Remember, these are manufacturer specific codes only.