I have a friend who drives a Acura CL, 1997 model I believe. Well the check engine light never goes off. She stated to me when it was purchased, the light had always been on. The salesperson told her that it isn't a problem, something regarding a "timer...blah blah-nut kick". The exact wording slips my mind, but can I read the CL's check engine code like my 92-95 Civic (paper clip/conductive wire)? I would like to help her be rid of the light and it would be nice to come to be able to provide a solution. Again, this isn't a sensor malfunctioning or anything, something that has no affect on the car whatsoever, but like anyone else it can be annoying to look at. How should I go about being rid of this? I was thinking to check over all the fuses if no problems, reset the ECU to see if it presents itself again, then read the ECU as a last resort. Any suggestions or help is appreciated, thanks.

Realize it is the wrong forum, but just looking for some extra help cause the CL forum sometimes doesn't seem living (no offense).

 

Did you try resetting the computer to see what happens? If not, the light will remain on whether the problem persists or not. :dunno:

 

Yeah, read the CEL codes, should be the same as the Accords.

 

I'm going to try after checking fuses. Any other suggestions to add here?

 

Always check the codes, yes, just like any other honda. then reset the ecu. Fuses won't make the CEL come on...

 

Good point on the fuses, I think I was just looking for any trouble at all.

 

Have you asked this in the Accord forum???

 

I would also check that there are no loose connections under the hood, eg. map sensor, tps. A loose connection will also set off the light. The salesman fed your friend a bunch of bull. If you have the code, I can look it up in the service manual.