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How to Reset the Check Engine Light

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Have you ever taken your vehicle to get inspected and the check engine light is still on? No need to worry. Sometimes that happens after a car service, but you don’t have to take it back to the shop. You can reset it yourself! Learn how to reset your check engine light with Hyundai of New Bern today so you can get back to your Havelock driving in no time!

Getting Ready to Reset Your Engine Light

 

 

Do you know why the check engine light appears? It’s important to understand before resetting the light. If your light turns on and you haven’t recently taken it to our service center, then there is an urgent issue that needs to be attended to as soon as possible. It could be a minor issue, such as a loose gas cap, but you don’t want to risk it being something more serious. Schedule a service with us to resolve the problem. Our technicians will typically turn off the light for you after the problem is fixed. 

How to Reset Your Engine Light Manually

What if you complete the service and your check engine light is still lit on your dashboard? Given the professionals diagnosed and fixed the issue in your vehicle, you can simply reset the check engine light yourself. It doesn’t take much time and will give you the peace of mind you need while driving on Newport roads. We gave some easy steps to follow to rest your light in just minutes:

  • Put on safety glasses and gloves.
  • Park in a well-ventilated area and turn off the ignition.
  • Look for the negative battery terminal with a black cap and a negative (-) symbol.
  • Loosen the negative terminal bolt and pull the negative cable from the battery.
  • Hold the cable away from the battery for between 30 to 60 seconds.
  • Reattach the negative cable and tighten it again with your wrench. 

Note that this process will also reset all of the electronic systems in your car, so remember to reprogram your personal preferences into your infotainment system afterward. 

Enjoy Professional Auto Repair Services at Hyundai of New Bern

Whether you need a simple oil change or you want to learn how to check your transmission fluid, we’ve got you covered! We want you to drive safely and efficiently through Morehead City, so feel free to contact us if you have any questions about your vehicle. We look forward to helping you!

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