check engine light

2001 BMW 330CI
147 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD
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JCKMAN40CAR
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2001 330ci check engine light is on. is that a big problem or just an o2 sensor
Feb 23, 2011 at 11:01 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check engine light on
Have the computer scanned for code/s-you have a problem within the engine management system that caused the CEL to turn on-This is your starting point of diagnosis,finding out what's going on.

Go to Autozone they'll scan it for free-
Feb 23, 2011 at 11:05 PM
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JCKMAN40CAR
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the o2 sensor was just replaced is it possible that its not resetting. do u need to drive it a little ?
Feb 24, 2011 at 12:17 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Raz is correct, have the scan performed and it will tell you the next step. Driving it wont change the fact that the light is on.
Feb 24, 2011 at 2:22 PM
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