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Old 06-01-2004, 03:15 PM
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Car: '87 Formula
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Check Engine Light when key on
Can anyone tell me if the Check Engine Light should be on with the key in the 'on' position, but without the car running, if no trouble codes are stored? I have no codes and just reset the computer, only code 12 when checking which is normal.
It's been so long since the car has been 'right' that I cant even remember if this is normal.

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Old 06-01-2004, 03:27 PM
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Car: 83 Z28
Engine: 305 (LG4)
Transmission: THM700R4
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt, 3.23 non-LS
Its normal. It is just a lamp test to verify the engine light is working.
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Old 06-01-2004, 03:30 PM
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That's normal.

Forgetting it, however, is not.
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Old 06-01-2004, 03:34 PM
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Alright, thanks guys!
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