Pia cel

[Seamus]

Hello,
Does anyone know how to get rid of the darn check engine light without taking it to the dealer?
TIA

[jda2000]

Yes, but you need to get yourself a decent OBDII code reader for about $100.

The reader will not only give you the codes, but it will turn the light off.

REMEMBER, by turning the light off you have not fix anything:(

[Ocean Racer]

Hello,
Does anyone know how to get rid of the darn check engine light without taking it to the dealer?
TIA

haha.
Dude, this question is asked at least once a week.
Only the dealer can do it or a decent Volvo Indy mechanic with the VIDA tool.
Or you buy the tool yourself for a considerable amount of coin. [thumbup]

[Seamus]

Darrn :(
I thought there was easier ways to do it, i.e unplugging the battery for 20 mins, but ohh well, maybe itll burn out sooner or later ;)

[JRL]

...and your code is what?
You turn it off and not fix it, it will come right back!

[ecbsykes]

Best investment you'll make:

http://www.amazon.com/Actron-CP9410-PocketScan-Diagnostic-Vehicles/dp/B000YIW5VA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=automotive&qid=1284442635&sr=8-1

[Q-ship]

Before I take my cars in (if there is a CEL) I check the code, then act stupid with my mechanic. (describing any symptoms, but not devulging I know the codes) If he tells me I need a new Cat and the CEL said it was a evap emissions problem, I know he's trying to pull one over on me.

Have not had to call him on anything, but it's good to know more than they think you know.