If your honda check engine light stays on after you start the engine it means the on board diagnostic obd system has detected a problem with the engine transmission or the emission system.
Check engine light on 2008 honda accord.
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Some common issues are o2 sensors evaporative emissions leaks a loose gas cap a misfire spark plugs low coolant etc.
This flashing light should not be ignored.
The video above shows how to locate the on board diagnostics obd plug on your 2008 accord how to read the trouble codes and how to reset or clear the check engine light using a scanner on your accord.
Average repair cost is 2 000 at 127 050 miles.
A steady light typically indicates a problem with the vehicle s computer system such as a sensor that is not delivering or receiving the correct data needed.
The 2008 honda accord has 6 problems reported for check engine light on.
A flashing check engine light is your honda accord s way of saying i have a serious problem don t ignore me.
Turn on the ignition and then check if the check engine light cel is steady or flashing.
Most of the time that serious problem is a misfire.
The check engine light came on in my 2005 honda accord.
What may be wrong.
Replaced that part and the car still will not accelerate past 25 mph.
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A steady check engine light means there is a present issue.
Replaced the battery and the starter about a month or two ago and had no problems until now.
The check engine light came on and the code reader said p0339 crankshaft position sensor was interrupted.
A check engine light can indicate a broad spectrum of problems with your 2008 honda accord.
There are a lot of things that can cause the check engine light to come on.
Step 1 examine the check engine light on the dash.