Why Is My Check Engine Light On? Easy Fix!

[@samueldoutuswah6094]

Perfect video

[@juniorpadillah5507]

Thanks for sharing this with me

[@nallynaz8617]

Hallo

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[@ashleyladuba1888]

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[@PaulaJoW]

No revving engine intros and annoying graphics while waiting for the info. Straight-forward and very helpful. Thanks!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

PaulaJoW You’re very welcome!

[@kamalakrsna]

that would bee "Scotty" 4 his info. i hav 2 set volume to 0 .. then start video ... adjust volume after the crap part.

[@lanreoshisami8934]

That's what I like

[@carolined5923]

But you watch it and take the info anyway. How ungrateful are you. Bring your car to a garage and spend your money instead, see how much moaning you do then. All of these guys give advice for free show some gratitude

[@carolined5923]

@December, but you watch and take the info given freely, and moan about it, how does that work

[@milagroscardozo3372]

Very helpful to me. A girl who doesn’t understand anything about cars THANKS

[@proclaimliberty2000]

You're welcome Milagros. Learning about cars is invaluable information and will pay big dividends in taking care of your car. This next video contains three times more information on the same same subject. A lot of what I teach on my channel is simple to understand and will save you money. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2G7pYyGd96qr8k

[@kathyhayward2228]

I agree

[@destina3898]

What was the point of saying your gender?¿

[@AA-tq4hb]

@@destina3898 you know exactly why, mechanic or ‘car heads’ are stereotypical men. Go to any car garage and you’ll see men. Have a female take a car to a garage claiming she knows nothing about cars and 98% of the time they will rip her off and make issues.

[@genesisyt4763]

@@destina3898 women moment.

[@benjaminsharpe7386]

This guy has probably helped so many people, what a legend. Sleep soundly Sir, well done!

[@David-yr9cj]

Today my mom called me screaming about how every time i drive her car something goes wrong in which this case is the check light engine is on. Thanks to this video it turns out it was because I didn't tighten the gas cap. Saved me from an ass whoopin.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@YaBoyRennals]

Lmao saved him from a asswhooping 😂😂😂

[@casey5535]

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[@tracystarks1669]

😂😂😂

[@thurstonjennings7189]

This is an excellent video. I had just been working on my Ford Windstar SEL van. I cleaned the 3 oxygen sensors that are all located under the van. Oh well, that's life. I noticed that my gas mileage had gone down considerably and knew that it was time 2 clean the sensors again. It is a pain 2 clean them, but I had done this job before. Anyway, I finished cleaning the sensors, started my van and backed down from the ramp that I had put it on. I noticed that my check engine light was on, damn. I looked up on You Tube how 2 reset the Engine light, but really didn't want 2 do this because, this is my car, and I knew that the Engine lite was trying 2 tell me something. The good news is that after watching your video and going over the checklist of potential problems, I realized that I had not cleaned the carbon out of the EGR valve. I cleaned the EGR valve, started my van and the Check Engine light went out on it's own because there were no more problems with my exhaust system. Thanks again 4 your help. Keep up the good work.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@noahgoyette467]

I grew up working on my own cars (they were always broken because I was broke) my dad was a mechanic so he'd tell me some things here and there and basically I could do nearly all diagnosis and small parts changing. Well, on a vehicle after 2010 this has been an issue. I needed this reminder of parts that included connections to computers that are crucial. Thanks for putting in the work and sharing it.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

You're welcome. You'll also want to watch this video which has 3 times the information. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2G7pYyGd96qr8k

[@denimgenes5909]

Very informative, easy to follow, spoken clearly and formatted like a boss. Good job! If I was a college professor grading this youd have an easy "A" !!! Thanks for not being too dull and not too complex for someone not mechanically inclined, just trying to learn.

[@on-site4094]

He has so much focus and passion to get his message across clearly 👍

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@EB-ok3io]

Searched through a lot of BS videos bf getting to this one. Very informative and straight to the point. The last tip at the end made it even better.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

SINY Finest 👍😊

[@optimusprime3413]

This has been most informative. I learned a lot - detailed, simple descriptions of technical parts/terms and most of all very calm tone of voice. I was so stressed out and scared but after watching your video, I am collected and cool again. I will take my truck to the shop ASAP because I am noticing that something is not right while driving. Thank you so much and best regards, Mary

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Mary, this is even more informative which is on the same topic. God bless you! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYubemV4ea-CeKc

[@strasserfamily]

Hey Paul, you must be doing something right if your vehicle has 204,274 miles on it! This is extremely helpful, so thank you for that and God bless.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

👍😊 Hey Caroline, it now has over 250,000 miles on it. Change your engine oil, transmission fluid and air filter regularly. That will go along way.

[@autumngilmore4977]

Your are a good teacher. Thank you for your help. Don't change how you explain things. Very helpful!

[@eagle17nz]

I Agree. A great no nonsense video. I learnt more here in 5.39sec than some videos three times as long. I subscribed immediately and click the bell for 'ALL'. This video gave me confidence to start checking my car. Thanks very much!!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Thank you for subscribing Martin. This next video has over 3 times the information on the same topic. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2G7pYyGd96qr8k

[@etiennegiroux9146]

Started my life with 4 Ford vehicles, thought it was normal to see that engine light. After 1999 changed brand, never seen that ever again!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

😂

[@Blenduu]

😂❤

[@dessean1]

You've been a great source of useful information. Thanks.

[@bklynslipnjimmy]

My engine light came on today on my 07 Acura TL. Your video was a huge help. I'm not totally freaked out now. Grazi

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Take your vehicle to an auto parts store and they will diagnose it with a scanner for free. As long as the check engine light is not flashing it’s safe to drive.

[@abhijitb1144]

Very very informative. Thank you for posting this video. I was worried about the engine check light on my car. But now somewhat relaxed. Will definitely visit a mechanic though.

[@bretsheffer8263]

Paul, everyone has a different way. I really appreciate you showing yours and then updating with newly learned ways. Keep it up! ...5 yrs later

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Thanks Bret! I’m going to send you another video that you might like to watch.

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[@bretsheffer8263]

@@proclaimliberty2000 - thanks Paul!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@luisbernier2809]

Yup old car's are the best. That's why I drive a 1989 Cadillac Brougham. No computer no semsors.Built like a tank.

[@noorulislam100]

Agreed with u boss...

[@DNSMLT]

My favorite car aside from Lincoln Mark V. Had both and miss them.

[@Sun-lq6sk]

Old cars will kill you in a car accident. Not even worth it

[@krypt0n911]

@@Sun-lq6sk hahaha stupid millenial comment.

[@jameseaton9746]

I have an 1988 Brougham, King of the Road, for sure.

[@JAYFULFILMZ]

When you said “a solid engine light means something minor” I got the same feeling of relief that you get when you think you lost something but find it immediately! Phewww…. 😢

[@wallbars8684]

Thanks, really helpful video running through all the items that could be problematic - reassuring to know diagnosis can be done quickly and easily at a garage.

[@savybrown2854]

Thanks for the info...this mature woman who just bought a used ford flex really appreciates it

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Savy Brown 👍😊

[@Anna-xu5us]

Amazing, a no nonsense mechanic!!! 😄 Love it! 👏 God bless you🇱🇷

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Anna 👍😊

[@robertssempebwa9178]

Cool

[@melodeeg8359]

Thanks so much for this thorough and easy to understand explanation. You rock!

[@thecrow1al]

Very helpful and Informative video for a person with no car knowledge, straight to the point. No waffling around, nice one mate.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Glad it helped you. Here is more information on the same topic. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2G7pYyGd96qr8k kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqHSe4asfpmanJo

[@natejoel7303]

Than you sir! Literally took off the gas cap and screw it back tightly and flush and turn my car on, both the check engine light and vsc off disappeared. Even the gas gap has the warning sign of an untightened cap lol. Anyways once again thank you! Like & subbed.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

👍😊 You’re welcome Nate!

[@kindhearted1]

Great video!! Very informative and well made! Thanks so much! Btw my engine light came on Wednesday and went off by itself yesterday. I hope it stays off.

[@gerardgeorge7505]

Very good advice; so good that you blessed viewers at the end "God bless". That's the key to all problems!

[@geraldcodrington7816]

I have that problem now, so i'm so thankful for the detail education.

[@raheem5755]

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[@leslieallan392]

At last..... a sensible explanation given by a sensible guy

[@iwinzeazy]

My check engine light was flashing exactly one year ago on my way to work and on my way home it went off and have not seen it since🤗

[@hauntedpromo]

Omg thank you so much for making this video. We can’t find a mechanic to trust our Jetta tdi with. If we can run through what you’ve taught it would be anazing

[@vlewin1844]

Hi, You have helped me in the past. Twice in the past two years, my RAV4 V6 had CEL-VSC-4WD lights come on. Code reader said it was ignition coil and sure enough, replacing those coils (D and F) fixed the issue. A few days ago, the lights came on and code reader said it is Coil E, which is hard to get to. So, I found a mobile mechanic who will change those three coils for me that are in the back, under the intake. Appointment on Tuesday. Today, however, the CEL started flashing. I drove it a total of 4 miles with it flashing and won't drive it again till mechanic looks at it. My question is, is the flashing CEL light related to that coil E being bad? Or will I have a bigger issue to deal with? I don't have my own code reader and can't drive to Auto Zone and don't really know this mechanic and want to have an idea of what is wrong in advance. Thank you!

[@williamrush8370]

PAUL HERE, VERY, VERY, VERY, WELL DONE!!! NEVER HAS ANY ONE I HAVE SEEN TOLD THIS STORY BETTER. THANK YOU SO MUCH ! EXCELLENT TEACHING SKILLS, KEEP UP THE VERY GOOD WORK< PLEASE! I WILL BE LOOKING FORE MORE FROM YOU!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Thanks William. I just posted a video about fixing car heater problems that you might also like to watch. I hope you have a nice Thanksgiving. 😊

[@alpha2217]

Very effective and knowledgeable, short video, well done.

[@Niqua10023]

Thank you!!!! I had had so many problems with my car lately. I spend so much and just sick of it. With the holidays rolling in. I'm doing all I can to get it done before it gets worst again.

[@rebavillarreal6551]

Me too.... i work hard and depend on no one.... I’m broke... and care repair is super expensive and I’m just trusting....to no end

[@Niqua10023]

@@rebavillarreal6551 Yes!! I 100% agree with you. They try to make me pay for their mistakes.

[@remcovandenengel6496]

A prefer a car without an ecu. Never had any problems with those. So much sensors and you need to visit a mechanic to read the system for any errors, and some times, they aren't able to find the error...Old cars are the best!!!

[@redblue40rc33]

I miss the days with just a magneto coil, carburetor, fuel pump, and straight headers with no converters....just pump eccelerator couple times to start engine n go.....now its all plastic crap

[@hafeezrehman5260]

+Red Blue40 😉

[@moustaphadiallo2898]

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[@Canyoufeelit888]

Thank you so much. Great information since I am a women and do not wish to be taken advantage of. God Bless you for taking the time to post this information.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Shine YrLight 👍😊

[@cherokeecarter-gary6286]

Thank you so much! I’ve been trying to find out what that light means. Auto Zone couldn’t tell me nothing.

[@darlenericotta7550]

Thank you at least I have some ideas of what to look for! My car sat for 4 years because of waiting for knee surgery. T sounds good but that light came o I will try the gas cap first! Thanks again! Bless you too

[@awhitism]

Took care of my problem perfectly. Mine came on as a result of jumper cables being applied to the wrong battery terminals.

[@mattlukco3717]

Adam Whitlatch oof 😂😂

[@babelonchabalala1690]

Most people jump their cars wrong way. NEVER connect the negative cable to the receiving battery. Rather clip the negative of the jumper cable to the body or metal part of the engine of the receiving car. This will prevent damage to your battery and computer ECU

[@carljenkins5092]

I never thought a o2 sensor would ruin my cat, on this Nissan. But that’s what happened. Very good video. Thank you.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Carl Jenkins 👍😊

[@kapooranjana2]

Very thorough, explained symptoms associated parts with parts visual and impacts of each ....... Nice job

[@mauricem.c4986]

Thank goodness some speak English not India struggle to speak English. Information on this post awesome 👍

[@thedareneewilliams8360]

I will relay that to my mechanic thank you Paul!!😁😇

[@stephenlosongco6201]

Excellent, the most comprehensive and informative Automotive DIY videos. Keep me updated for future videos !

[@szilvah497]

This is super duper helpful! Thank you. I didn’t know that auto part stores would run a test for you. I appreciate your upload and God bless you too!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@bathombre9739]

I have a honda accord 2005, both engine light and maintenance light are on, not blinking. I have replaced oil and tightened gas cap, did not work. Will take to mechanic on Tuesday for diagnostic

[@kindhearted1]

@@bathombre9739 You can purchase an OBD2 reader that could tell you what's wrong with your car. They're about $50.

[@bathombre9739]

@@kindhearted1 thanks for response, got another car now

[@kindhearted1]

@@bathombre9739 You're welcome!

[@JustAskingAndCurios]

Had the lught go on and found ot that the wires to a sensor was chewed by rodents causing a short. Thankfully my mechanic was honest and he didn't hose me with a more costly changeing of the actual sensor (anti-kock).

[@christianborromeo6445]

Just the gas cap. Thank you very much.

[@BangtanAjumma]

Paul!! Thanks so much for this video!! I took your advice and it turns out my issue was sensor related. Got my car smog checked the very next day!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

You're welcome Kathleen

[@deelicious3673]

proclaimliberty2000 hi I have a 2012 I got code p0027 on my 2012 Hyundai Sonata .. and the engine light is on .. but at first it was my gas cap making it come on .. so change that... a week later it’s back on... I’m scare to get rip off on a easy fix please help

[@deelicious3673]

Oh and it fail emissions test cause of thAt code

[@anthonywilliams1419]

This video was very helpful with the engine light. Thank you

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Anthony Williams You’re very welcome!

[@galaxyprotector2804]

This video is really great. I gotta know all those before getting my car fixed in a dealership or a local garage. Thank you!

[@armoricain]

I am so glad I came across your channel, your advice are spot on, and you exude integrity! I subscribed after watching a few of your video!

[@thedareneewilliams8360]

Thanks again Paul! :-) I relayed your information to my mechanic this morning to check the connector wires voltage

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Theda Renee Williams 👍

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Theda Renee Williams If connector wire voltage is good, then reverse spark plug and coil 4 and 3. This will rule out any problems with these parts on cylinder 4.

[@thedareneewilliams8360]

Thank you again dear Paul! :-) bless you and yours 🤗 I'll let you know how it goes.

[@thedareneewilliams8360]

My mechanic in the beginning switched out the spark plugs and didn't have any benefit In the beginning it read 2 and 4 were misfiring and then now we put put all the new parts in and it's only number four so I'll see what he says today thank you so much!!!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Theda Renee Williams 👍

[@boitshwarelosangenakoosimi1736]

Useful material for backyard mechanics

[@Danny-ll1iw]

i wish youtube was still like this

[@prolifiq7734]

This video helped me out so much man thank you. Very thorough.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

You're welcome!

[@lashawnedowning8130]

Thank you! That was helpful! What could make my vehicle lock me out of it as well? I don’t know how to get in it!

[@kinerskorner1]

Thank you for your very informative video!!! It was right at the end of your video that caught my attention regarding going to an auto parts store to have they use their diagnostic tool to assess the "check engine" light problem. I will be going to my auto parts store first thing tomorrow morning. Thank you again.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Kevin Bukowski You’re very welcome!

[@RuudyL]

Thank God that I have a vintage car without all those crap sensors

[@ExtremelyClever555]

I'm watching this from all the way in the United States Virgin Islands ! ! !

[@kathybuck411]

I need an oxygen sensor in my car. I took my car to Advance Auto, and they told me, I need 2 sensors, but another place told me, I only need 1. I think they all want money because I'm a woman. SMH but I do know I need a sensor. Your video affirms this is true. Thank you so much.

[@miguelvelez5840]

God Bless you & family, very good tutorial. To the point and transparent.

[@LittleMissIcee]

Short, and to the point. As a woman, I appreciate you. 😄

[@AngieMusicArt]

This video is absolutely brilliant and to the point! Thank you 😊

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[@johnlavona6233]

Thanks this very helpful and no need to find a mechanic..

[@faithfulheroine3657]

Sometimes the light.goes on because they didn't reattach one Of the hoses when they did an oil Change. All they have to do is reattach it..This happened to me twice.

[@KingAlexander98]

Faithful Heroine I got it after I got an oil change wtf :/

[@lavatube8060]

Maybe some dishonest places do that on purpose to get you to come back, then they charge you for something else?

[@KingAlexander98]

@AmarNathan right move thats hella bad must be leaking or the sensors are bad either way its way cheaper than leaving it like that and potentially destroying the motor.

[@qadersurchi9513]

I got mine 2 hours after a gas change.

[@patricialewis3506]

Thank you. Before I head to a car automotive service, I will have pertinent information!

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Take your vehicle to an automotive parts store and have them check it with a diagnostic scanner which they will perform for free. This can give you a big clue as to what’s wrong and what needs to be fixed. You could even ask the automotive parts store if they know of a good trust worthy mechanic. The hourly rate of dealerships is just way too much.

[@pasertgeorge-ya7276]

Thank you very much for posting this clip

[@georgekoroneos3892]

Excellent method of discussing a couple of different problems which under certain conditions can bring all kind of complications on top of that one must be grateful when honest & decent mechanic can assumed responsibility & fit it right but when I was young there wasn't so many parts & the automobile was run just fine now days have to have so many of extra parts that without any doubt coming down to wallet in material & cost .

[@githinjimutahigilbert1489]

Very informative...... Thanks for... Sharing.and enlighting.... Good Job👍

[@bryanparkerperez8941]

thanks for these informative videos ...GOD BLESS YOU TOO!

[@PIANOSTYLE100]

since I've never had a car that it doesn't come on once in a awhile . oh I take that back.. before computers I didn't have to check the engine... I just tell my wife that's normal. they all do that.. lol..

[@valentinepazand5140]

Knowledge is power Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us 🙏🙏

[@joesegretto6689]

I went to Walmart and bought a diagnostic plug in for twenty bucks it said I had a very minor small Vapor leak so far new gas cap engine light went off

[@smeraldasanchez2218]

Do you know the name I have a check engine but it can be 5 things but those 5 parts were change I'm struggling finding the issue

[@paridahabubakar1439]

This is very helpful because my car always had the problem.

[@mnicaisse]

What an awesome American guy!! Great video.

[@sagar09capriano]

Thank for making this video it's very helpful and thanks to the Men who put efforts and made car's for us and made our life's easy in this world.

[@Toruvanda]

You know your staff good,short and precise explanations...I took notes thank you.

[@audikool]

Thank you! I know nothing about mechanics but I want to try to fix this problem myself.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Be sure to first take your vehicle to an auto parts store and have it checked with a diagnostic scanner which they will perform for free.

[@alej37728]

great video this one helped my mom fixed the problem.

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[@dennyhezky4725]

I gained more knowledge by this Video. Thanks for a Clear Information

[@proclaimliberty2000]

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[@ziggyshah8718]

I got a question on my bmw 1 series diesel I got a exhaust light coming on any idea why that

[@banderastube]

Simple : Push the pedal to the metal ( 3000 , 4000 rpm). In my case worked :)

[@moderndoctorsdiary7678]

Like how?

[@4bluekitty]

Very helpful for a newbie like me. Thank you sir! God bless 😊

[@prakyathvlogs]

Basically he is saying us to give our car for service😂😂

[@justinhodges1760]

Hahaha right? I left the video googling Toyota maintenance center

[@lexihigbee9111]

This is great information to troubleshoot any vehicle

[@RoseMaryandBlessing]

You made an informative video. Thank you.

[@tejanoj3017]

Kind of you to share your automotive knowledge. Thank you.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

👍😊

[@anthonyholmes195]

My fuel purge valve was bad, causing my check engine light to be on

[@adtrshynarh4596]

Replace your purge valve, you will also notice that each time you refill your tank, you car does not start on time, this is due to the faulty purge valve

[@adtrshynarh4596]

Niceone but I think you forgot to add on your check list the ambient air temp sensor, I just cleaned with rag the ambient air temp sensor located between my car bonet and front bumper this also helped my AC to be chilling optimally.

[@maxrivera2782]

Thank you so much this really help God bless you as well

[@lorenzobatay3355]

It's helpful, could you please post a video for a diseil car engine too.

[@myousuf88]

i have toyota yaris 2007 ,when i start engine check light off when i drive then show check light how i fix it.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

Take it to an auto parts store and have them check it with a computer scanner which they should do for free and this will tell you what's wrong.

[@bobbywilson6958]

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[@proclaimliberty2000]

You're the first person that's ever asked me that. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYubemV4ea-CeKc

[@manfordperkins8560]

Good detailed information of things to check. Thank you.

[@davinp]

That looks a Toyota Camry dash. My '03 Camry's check engine light came on a few years ago due to a bad sensor

[@ericmuiruri8608]

which sensor?

[@nestormelendez4481]

Very easy an explicit video, congrats

[@jameshabba5187]

You might as well say change them all too expensive

[@kimpanguy7027]

A lady driver here , experienced my engine light flash then the diagnostic of the mechanic is to change the spark plug but my spark plug barelt 1 yr & we did not travel a lot, do you think the mechanic is right , we did a test to check the engine stalling but there is no tools attached during the test to prove his diagnosis is correcf. My chevy trax is in /our with them due to coolant they change the water pump the 3rd tome but after 3 days the coolant decreases again Appreciate a reply.

[@proclaimliberty2000]

kimpang uy you need to know what trouble code the diagnostic scanner showed. After reading your entire comment it sounds to me like you might need a new mechanic. Having to change a water pump three times sounds like a scam. You need to look and see if engine coolant is dripping anywhere otherwise you could have a small pinhole leak that bars leak might fix which you add to the engine coolant. You could also have loose engine coolant hoses or even a bad radiator cap.