What is the method to eliminate the engine malfunction light?

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DeHope
07/30/25 12:49am
Methods to clear the engine malfunction light: When the engine malfunction light is on, start and turn off the vehicle three times in a row, or disconnect the negative terminal of the engine battery and wait for 30 seconds before reconnecting it. After performing the above methods, check if the engine malfunction light on the dashboard is still on. The engine malfunction signal on the car dashboard is issued by the ECU (Engine Control Unit), which controls all electronic devices of the engine, such as the electronic throttle, fuel injector, alternator, fuel pump, etc., covering various systems including intake, exhaust, fuel, ignition, and timing.
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