Check engine light

Djayexodus · Post by **Djayexodus** » 29 Jan 2016, 20:16

I just got my K&N filter and installed it I left the mass air flow sensor unplugged and drove about 1 mile and the check engine light come on. I pulled over turn the car off and plugged the sensor back in realizing what I had done . I restarted the car and the light is still on , can I reset it by unplugging one side of the battery for a few and then putting it back on?

Post by **JRL** » 29 Jan 2016, 20:30

No, you need a code reader to clear it.
It's possible it may go away by itself after some miles

Djayexodus · Post by **Djayexodus** » 29 Jan 2016, 20:40

Awesome thanks , I am loving the support of this site as much as I am my first Volvo ! Again thank you....

raphymend · Post by **raphymend** » 29 Jan 2016, 21:46

Get a code reader thats for sure!

Djayexodus · Post by **Djayexodus** » 29 Jan 2016, 22:00

Recommendations on brand if it matters and where I can find one

JudgeRat · Post by **JudgeRat** » 29 Jan 2016, 23:00

Djayexodus wrote:Recommendations on brand if it matters and where I can find one

I got a BlueDriver from Lemur Vehicle Monitors just the other day: http://www.lemurmonitors.com

Has all the bells and whistles.

Post by **abscate** » 30 Jan 2016, 18:04

A 20 USD one will read and clear engine codes - for about 150-200 you can get the AUTEL 500 or up which will read and clear engine, body, SRS, and other codes. One use will pay for the AUTEL one. I have a 20 USD one in every car in my fleet of 6 with 6 drivers. To get keys in our house, you have to pass the 'read the code, google it, and decide if you can drive or call tow truck' test