Why does the Check Engine light come on on an accent?
Oxygen sensors can change the way that your Accent’s engine runs. Most of the time, the check engine light will come on. It’s a good thing that the check engine light would come on, as there is more than one oxygen sensor, and they can be difficult to get to and test.
Are there any problems with the Hyundai Accent?
I was an ASE Certified Tech in six repair areas including engine repair. These engines have no iron cylinder sleeves except for a very thin coating that has worn away causing piston slap. Hyundai/Kia knows of this problem but won’t repair.
What causes a Hyundai Accent to reflash ECM?
TSB to reflash ECM. In & out in 20 minutes. Error code thrown by knock sensor. Fixed with software update. Throttle was sticking when the clutch was pressed in, causing the engine to rev. Check engine light came on. Caused by pre-ignition. Cure was to reflash knock sensor.
What does the malfunction indicator light on a Hyundai mean?
On Hyundai cars, this is called the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL), but you’ll probably know it as the check engine light. When the check engine warning light is illuminated it’s often accompanied by tell-tale signs that the engine is not working properly, such as a lack of power or stuttering as you press the accelerator.
What causes a flashing check engine light on a Hyundai Accent?
While a majority of the time, the flashing check engine light is going to be caused by a misfire related to your Accent’s ignition system or fuel system (as stated above), there are other issues that can cause it. Your timing chain could have jumped .
What to do if your Hyundai Accent wont start?
I check all relays, fuses and even replaced the cam and crank sensors and still no luck. The next day i went out to the car and turned the key and the check engine light came on and the car started, once i drove to the store and them vehicle had heated up to normal operating temp and then i turned the vehicle off and went about my business.
Why does my Hyundai Elantra have a check engine light?
Has the check engine light turned on in your Hyundai Elantra, Accent, Sonata, Kona, or Santa Fe? It can be alarming seeing an engine warning appear on your dashboard, especially if you’ve never seen it before. A wide array of issues can cause a check engine light to come on, some more serious than others.
Why does my check engine light keep blinking?
There can be other situations that can cause the check engine light to blink as well. It’s flashing to let you know that if you keep driving the vehicle, you are going to ruin the catalytic converter and/or damage the engine in a meaningful way. There will always be trouble codes associated with the check engine light blinking.