So, I hit a deer this morning. The only body damage was the plastic spoiler, but yet my check engine light came on. What might cause this?
Jun 14, 2023 at 12:34 PM
Check engine light turned on after hitting a deer?
2023 GMC TERRAIN
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,
The check engine light can turn on for multiple reasons. The best thing to do is have the computer scanned for codes. That will tell you what has caused the light to come on.
Here is a link that explains how it's done:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/can-scan-controller-area-network-easy
If you are unable to perform the scan, oftentimes, auto parts stores will do it free of charge.
Have this done and let me know what codes are found.
Take care,
joe
The check engine light can turn on for multiple reasons. The best thing to do is have the computer scanned for codes. That will tell you what has caused the light to come on.
Here is a link that explains how it's done:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/can-scan-controller-area-network-easy
If you are unable to perform the scan, oftentimes, auto parts stores will do it free of charge.
Have this done and let me know what codes are found.
Take care,
joe
Jun 14, 2023 at 11:28 PM
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