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Old 30-May-2004, 09:15 PM
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How do you read engine codes?

Hey gang, would you mind answering a stupid question for a rookie here. My check engine light is on on my 1999 DX Hatch. How do I check the codes to determine what the cause is? Thanks for your help.
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Old 31-May-2004, 11:08 PM
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Thanks for the info...that's perfect. A quick question to confirm though...that info works for my 99 DX as well, correct?
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i think you need to plug in an OBDII scan tool first to get the code
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Old 01-Jun-2004, 02:20 PM
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ditto... I have a 98 OBD2, and I always use a scanner tool, though I've heard others say they used the jumper method. I don't believe it though, cuz the service manual doesn't say anything about it... and it DOES say it for older cars like pre 96.
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my helms shows me how to get the codes using the jumper
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