Why is the Cayenne's engine yellow light constantly on?
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Cayenne's engine yellow light constantly on for the following reasons: Sensor issues: Including water temperature, crankshaft position, air flow, intake temperature, oxygen sensors, etc. When these sensors are damaged, have poor contact, or signal interruption, the car's ECU cannot accurately obtain engine data, which will cause the engine fault light to come on. Maintenance issues: Poor engine maintenance is the most common cause of the engine fault light coming on. If the owner does not perform regular maintenance, coupled with poor driving habits, it will increase the burden on the engine operation. Oil quality issues: The oil quality mentioned here includes fuel and engine oil. If the owner does not add gasoline as required, it will cause engine wear over time.
When the check engine light stays on in your Cayenne? I've encountered this issue before, possibly due to a faulty oxygen sensor. Incomplete combustion of the fuel-air mixture over time can trigger its warning. Other common causes include a clogged or malfunctioning catalytic converter, which is responsible for purifying exhaust gases—excessive carbon buildup can affect emission values; or issues with the fuel system, such as clogged fuel injectors causing unstable fuel supply; aging ignition coils can also lead to incomplete combustion and illuminate the light. It's recommended to first use an OBD scanner to check the fault code instead of guessing blindly. If it's a simple fix, like replacing a sensor, the cost isn't high, but it's best to have a professional repair shop scan and confirm to avoid fixing the wrong part and wasting time. Remember to maintain your car regularly and avoid using low-quality fuel—these small details can prevent the check engine light from coming on. Ignoring car problems for too long not only increases fuel consumption but may also damage the engine, affecting your daily driving safety.
