Car Care Guide - (Page 17) CARING FOR YOUR CAR Check Engine Light In 1996, an orange light on your car’s dashboard labeled “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” became standard on all car makes and models. The light tells you there’s a problem with your car’s engine and powertrain control system. WHY DO I NEED THIS SERVICE? An illuminated “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light indicates a problem detected by your car’s on-board diagnostic system (OBD). The light cannot indicate the exact nature of the problem – only the right training and diagnostic equipment can do that. 17
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