Flashing CEL
#1
Flashing CEL
While running the 8 hard, a flashing CEL came on for about 5 seconds and then shut off. I know this may be a very broad question, but can anyone give me some ideas what could cause that??
i read all the possible causes of a flashing CEL, but nothing spoke of it shutting off within seconds.
i read all the possible causes of a flashing CEL, but nothing spoke of it shutting off within seconds.
Last edited by Petscar; 10-16-2018 at 10:33 PM.
#2
FULLY SEMI AUTOMATIC
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misfire. how old is your ignition?
#4
FULLY SEMI AUTOMATIC
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change your coils and wires. might as well clean maf and ess while you are at it
#5
Smoking turbo yay
I would do the coils ASAP then.
Misfire will destroy your cat quickly if you don't fix it.
Misfire will destroy your cat quickly if you don't fix it.
#6
RX-Heaven
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A flashing check engine light is not only a misfire, but a catalyst destroying misfire. Basically a misfire so bad that damage can result from the misfire.
As others have suggested, its time to inspect and replace the spark plugs, coils, and I would also suggest replacing the wires. Inspect the air filter for good measure and ensure there is no oil in the intake boot.
As others have suggested, its time to inspect and replace the spark plugs, coils, and I would also suggest replacing the wires. Inspect the air filter for good measure and ensure there is no oil in the intake boot.
#10
Smoking turbo yay
Just put in new coils ASAP.
#11
Working to get it done. I am not going to drive it until then. I do have to travel 25 miles to bring it to Kris when he is available. Will driving slower or normal help in preventing another misfire?
#13
Smoking turbo yay
There could be a pending code if it is still happening. A pending code is stored but not displayed until the ECU is sure it is happening.
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