Can a coolant leak cause check engine light?

Can a coolant leak cause check engine light?

The PCM and Low Coolant Low coolant in the radiator of your car can trigger the malfunction illumination light (MIL), also known as the “check engine” light. Low coolant can affect the internal temperature of the engine, which is protected by the antifreeze.

Will RAC come out for engine management light?

Call the breakdown assistance number on your membership card telling the operator that you have a yellow warning light on the dash. One of our patrols will come out and carry out a diagnostics check and advise you of his findings, the vehicle may still need to go a garage for further diagnosis and/or repair work.

What does the engine management warning light mean?

The engine management warning light is different from the other lights on your dashboard, as it doesn’t alert you to a specific fault. Unlike the coolant temperature warning or low oil level warning lights, the engine management light (EML) can be triggered for a number of reasons.

Is it possible to reset an engine warning light?

While the documentation for some older cars provided instructions on how to check and reset engine warning lights, it’s not usually possible now cars have grown more sophisticated. It’s well worth paying for accurate diagnosis, though, so a proper and effective repair can be made.

What to do if you have a water leak in your car?

  Often times it can be difficult to track down the source of water leaks in your car due to the amount of hoses and possible leak locations.   One of the easiest ways to seal a leak and keep your car running properly is to use BlueDevil Radiator and Block Sealer.

What to do if your engine management light is amber?

In the majority of cases, the car will need to be connected to diagnostic equipment to determine exactly where the fault lies. In many cases, the light operates on a colour-coded basis. An amber EML doesn’t necessarily point to an unfolding emergency – you should be able to continue on your way and seek advice on reaching your destination.