What is the check engine warning light?

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DeHeidi
07/30/25 3:28am
checkengine is commonly referred to as the engine fault warning indicator light. The purpose of the light is to warn the driver of abnormal conditions in the engine, which may also be accompanied by engine noise, stalling, hesitation, vibration, or other abnormal conditions, or when other indicator lights illuminate simultaneously, directly affecting the vehicle's driving capability. In cases where the cause is uncertain, it is advisable not to continue driving for safety reasons, to avoid potentially more serious faults. The car dashboard is a device that reflects the working conditions of various vehicle systems, including common indicators such as the fuel indicator, washer fluid indicator, electronic throttle indicator, front and rear fog light indicators, and warning lights.
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