2003 Honda Civic HELP! Please

Tiny
ZYDEK64
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  • 2003 HONDA CIVIC
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 140,000 MILES
So my engine maintainance light often turned on momentarily but now it stays on permanently and I was wondering what the possible causes might be and if it is safe to continue driving before I repair it
thanks for ur help
Monday, December 29th, 2008 AT 10:13 PM

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Tiny
DAVE H
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There could be numerous reasons for the light to come on. You need to have the cars computer read for fault codes. Most good autoparts stores (autozone etc.) Will read the car for free. Get the codes and repost for more information.
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Wednesday, May 19th, 2021 AT 1:39 PM
Tiny
MHPAUTOS
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HI there,

The ECU has logged a fault code, the light is an indication of this, you will have to get a scan done to identify the code, this will be needed for your mechanic or us to identify the problem with your car, you should be able to drive it with out any problems but be aware that if the problem develops the ECU may shut down the engine or go to limp mode.

Mark (mhpautos)
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Wednesday, May 19th, 2021 AT 1:39 PM

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