Check engine light on?

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FIZUL WILLIAMS
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  • 1999 NISSAN PATHFINDER
  • 3.3L
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
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  • 120,000 MILES
What cables do I need for my Genisys EVO 4, 0 scan tool in order to scan this vehicle? The scan tool tells me that I need the proper Nissan cables.
Monday, October 28th, 2019 AT 10:13 PM

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STEVE W.
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Welcome to 2CarPros. You need the OBD II cable with the correct key or the smart cable. You can also use the OTC 3305-141 cable if you have the correct connector. That cable is used with the adapter. However it should have the common connector. This guide can help as well

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.
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Tuesday, October 29th, 2019 AT 1:13 AM
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CODYROBINSON27
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A few months back I ran up onto a 4-6" curb, ever since the yellow service engine light has been on. About a week ago, I was on a road trip and the light, all of a sudden, turned off. A couple days ago, it came back on and has been on since. I unhooked the battery and turned over the ignition for about 15seconds, rehooked the battery, and the light was still on. I am curious as to whether or not the curb I hit had anything to do with the light coming on or if it is something I should be more worried about.
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Friday, October 16th, 2020 AT 1:52 PM (Merged)
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OBXAUTOMEDIC
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Hello,

Well the easiest thing to do is go by your local parts store and have them pull codes, most will do it free.

Post codes here for additional help

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Friday, October 16th, 2020 AT 1:52 PM (Merged)
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JIMMY CLAUDIO
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  • 1997 NISSAN PATHFINDER
  • 2.0L
  • 4 CYL
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When I turn the key all my lights come on except for my check engine light. Where is the fuse so I can change it?
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Friday, October 16th, 2020 AT 1:52 PM (Merged)
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HARRY P
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Hmm I would scan it and see if a code comes up stating something about the service engine light not operating. I cannot remember what the code is off hand, but I know there is one.

As far as what to change, you would need to pull the instrument cluster and check and change the bulb, as it is likely the problem. I will double check to see if there is a fuse for it somewhere, but I doubt it.
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Friday, October 16th, 2020 AT 1:52 PM (Merged)
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HARRY P
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I double checked and do not see any special fuse for it. So it is likely just the bulb is blown or a wire is loose.
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Friday, October 16th, 2020 AT 1:52 PM (Merged)

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