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Y.B
11-07-2011, 09:40 PM
Hey guys!

I dont know if any ones experienced this issue before, but Im really hoping that someoen could help me out. I went to turn on my car today to go to school, and I was noticed my engine light came on. At first I thought it was a glitch, so I turned the car off and back on but the problem was still there :( And thats when I started to panic :$ Ive been maintaining the car and everything looks to be good so Im just really surprised to see the engine. Has any one else experienced the same problem or know what this could be? Any advice would be appreacited :) Thank you!
stevenma188
11-07-2011, 09:44 PM
First thing, check your gas cap. Otherwise, get someone with a code reader to read the code for you.
cwp_sedan
11-07-2011, 09:44 PM
Get the CEL scanned and then let us know what the mechanic finds.
aris
11-07-2011, 09:45 PM
Take it somewhere to get it scaned
greaves82
11-07-2011, 09:50 PM
As long as the check engine light is not flashing means its not a serious engine problem, but as everyone else said go to a mechanic and get the code
Thrizzl3
11-07-2011, 10:53 PM
most of us have had check engine lights...i get mine on a regular basis so that's why i have a scanner in my car at all times to clear it on the fly.
Y.B
11-08-2011, 12:29 AM
The first thing I did was actually check the gas cap, but that didnt do anything. Yea I think I need to take it to a shop to get it scanned right away.
Y.B
11-08-2011, 12:30 AM
Phil05gx where did you get your scanner from? If you dont mind me asking.


most of us have had check engine lights...i get mine on a regular basis so that's why i have a scanner in my car at all times to clear it on the fly.
XTOTHEL
11-08-2011, 12:33 AM
Phil05gx where did you get your scanner from? If you dont mind me asking.

I think most people get them at Canadian tire when they go on sale. But a lot of members here have them, and are willing to scan it for you if you find them...
Thrizzl3
11-08-2011, 12:41 AM
Phil05gx where did you get your scanner from? If you dont mind me asking.

canadian tire ftw! you need a scan?
Y.B
11-08-2011, 12:45 AM
Really? Yea I want to scan my car to see what the problem is exactly that way Im peace of mind.


canadian tire ftw! you need a scan?
Y.B
11-08-2011, 12:47 AM
Out of all places I would never expect Canadian tire to have it :P


I think most people get them at Canadian tire when they go on sale. But a lot of members here have them, and are willing to scan it for you if you find them...
Thrizzl3
11-08-2011, 12:47 AM
Really? Yea I want to scan my car to see what the problem is exactly that way Im peace of mind.

PM me your info and we will set something up.
Y.B
11-08-2011, 01:04 AM
Thank you Phil for offering me a scan! I really appreciate it :)


PM me your info and we will set something up.
cwp_sedan
11-08-2011, 01:08 AM
Phil is tha man! :thumbsup
Y.B
11-08-2011, 08:09 PM
So the engine light went away yesterday, but I still scanned with Phil today and the error it gave us was "Intake Manifold Runner Control Open". Has anyone heard of this issue, or know what it is?
Booostin
11-14-2011, 09:53 AM
It's basically a throttle plate inside your intake manifold to control airflow. I think it is stuck open.
Fack_Dude
11-14-2011, 10:57 AM
Just take the car to part source and they will read the codes for free!!!!!!
Enji
12-28-2011, 12:10 PM
Just take the car to part source and they will read the codes for free!!!!!!

nope just asked 15.99.
peterm15
12-28-2011, 04:03 PM
nope just asked 15.99.

Ask a different one.

The one on st Clair has a sign that takes up most of the store front that says free.