The dreaded check engine light turns on. What’s the cause? There’s a good chance it’s one of these problems.
CarMD.com took a look at common car problems with its 2013 CarMD Vehicle Health Index, which showed that car repair costs increased in 2012 compared with the previous year. The Northeast was hit the worst, with costs going up 11.56 percent.
Take a look at the top 10 problems that cause the check engine light to turn on.
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- 1. Replace oxygen sensor
- 2. Tighten or replace fuel cap
- 3. Replace catalytic converter
- 4. Replace ignition coil(s)
- 5. Replace spark plug(s) and spark plug wire(s)
- 6. Replace Mass Air Flow sensor
- 7. Remove aftermarket alarm
- 8. Inspect for faulty vacuum hose(s) at EVAP system and repair as needed
- 9. Replace exhaust gas recirculation valve and clean EGR ports
- 10. Inspect battery and charging system and repair/replace as necessary
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