Check Engine Light

abesmith69 · 02-21-2002, 10:41 AM

Hey guys,

I recently had a blow out (tire) and replaced it, the next day I get into my car (in the morning) and start the puppy up go down the road a little ways and I notice (about go into shock) my check engine light blinks about 3-4 times then goes off. So I didnt pay any attention to it, then about halfway to work it goes on again about 3-4 times, then goes off.

WHAT THE HELL!? any idea ? I havnt made any modifications to the car it has 86000 miles and I still have 400 miles till my oil change. I also changed my Heater core about 2 months ago.
Let me know. I just replaced my speakers in the front with some 5 1'4 pyramids but I dont think that would have anything to do with it.

Thanks,
Abe

PKRWUD · 02-21-2002, 11:31 AM

When the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) flashes, it's the ECM's way of telling you it detected a problem, and it wants to tell you about it. You then need to ask it what's up. This is done by running the KOEO and KOER self tests. If you are unfamiliar with this, I suggest going to your local auto parts store and spending $25 on a Ford Code Scanner. This will come with a tool that makes it easier, and instructions for exactly what you should do. Once you pull the codes, post them here and we will be able to better help you.

Take care,
-Chris

02-21-2002, 10:41 AM	#1
abesmith69 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Ocala, FL, USA Posts: 62	Check Engine Light Hey guys, I recently had a blow out (tire) and replaced it, the next day I get into my car (in the morning) and start the puppy up go down the road a little ways and I notice (about go into shock) my check engine light blinks about 3-4 times then goes off. So I didnt pay any attention to it, then about halfway to work it goes on again about 3-4 times, then goes off. WHAT THE HELL!? any idea ? I havnt made any modifications to the car it has 86000 miles and I still have 400 miles till my oil change. I also changed my Heater core about 2 months ago. Let me know. I just replaced my speakers in the front with some 5 1'4 pyramids but I dont think that would have anything to do with it. Thanks, Abe __________________ *Officially not stock anymore!! 1990 Mustang GT Convertible, Blue with Grey ground effects and white top. Black Leather interior pw,pl,ps,pm, premium sound system and flowmaster mufflers. Last edited by abesmith69; 02-21-2002 at 11:25 AM..

02-21-2002, 11:31 AM	#2
PKRWUD Junior Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ventura, California Posts: 8,981	When the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) flashes, it's the ECM's way of telling you it detected a problem, and it wants to tell you about it. You then need to ask it what's up. This is done by running the KOEO and KOER self tests. If you are unfamiliar with this, I suggest going to your local auto parts store and spending $25 on a Ford Code Scanner. This will come with a tool that makes it easier, and instructions for exactly what you should do. Once you pull the codes, post them here and we will be able to better help you. Take care, -Chris __________________ Webmaster: Rice Haters Club Jim Porter Racing Peckerwoods Pit Stop Support Your Local RED & WHITE!

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