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Old 07-05-2004, 10:30 PM
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Check engine light came on..

I have an 04 with just a turbo timer and my CEL light came on. After i filled up i noticed the light, so i pulled over and checked the gas cap, it was on tight. Now the light is being funny because sometimes itll be off when i start the car (usually when its cold) then itll turn on later (when engine is warmed up). I'm kinda weary about bringing it to dealer even though i am under warranty. I'm afraid they are gonna say something about my turbo timer. Do you think the turbo timer could be the cause? Thanks in advance guys
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Old 07-05-2004, 10:32 PM
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did you use a harness for the turbo timer install? I seriously doubt that would cause anything. Just go to a local autozone and have them see what the CEL is.
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Old 07-05-2004, 10:40 PM
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go down to autozone and rent a obd2 scanner... dont clear it!

then come back here and tell us what it read
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Old 07-05-2004, 10:43 PM
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Originally Posted by zumnwrx
go down to autozone and rent a obd2 scanner... dont clear it!

then come back here and tell us what it read
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Is there any change in the way the car functions now that the light is on?
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Old 07-05-2004, 10:59 PM
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nope, the car still drives the same with no problems. btw, i drove had the turbo timer for 2-3 weeks with no prob either, no CEL light...everythign was fine.

Wheres the closest autozone in SF or Daly City?
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I have a obd2 reader If you can't rent one, i scan it for you if you come to eggettes
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this wednesday? hopefully i might be able to make it this week, i got the day off at work. =) its nice i live so damn close to eggettes
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how much you want to bet someone didn't tighten down a gas cap?
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thats the first thing i checked...
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