If the check engine light doesn t come on in the run position it means the computer failed the self test mode and there s a problem with the computer.
Check engine light doesnt come on with key on.
The same power feed in the cluster powers up the seatbelt light abs and a couple others.
There is 2 key modes on the switch.
Radio on mode only allows you to use the radio.
So if you go to the ecm and check for voltage on pin a5 then you can eliminate everything except the ecm.
I doubt any of the things mentioned have any affect on the check engine light.
The light bulb for cel has a power feed with 12 volts runing to it with key on all the times.
A loose fuel cap is one of the most common reasons why the check engine light turns on.
Radio on and full systems on.
Since you said the other lights work then.
It notably prevents gasoline fumes from leaving.
Here is the deal run jumper wire at diagnostic connection but instead of first 2 slots go with 1 and 4 if check engine light comes on its the circuit board in module under dash its about 2 inches wide 4 inches long either lite green or gray or black plastic tube box with a door on one end will be tape up alongside wiring cut tape open lid and there is a small circuit board that handles lie and codes from computer.
This way you can sit and listen to the radio without everything else draining.
The cap is a crucial part of a car s fuel delivery system.
It then goes to the electronic control module.
When turning the ignition switch to the run position the check engine light should come on.
This unit is a solid state unit.