Reading DTC codes without a scan tool (check engine light)

[MetroMPG]

Did you get the check engine light? What code did it give you?

[patty]

Yes, a few days ago, the check engine light came on and has been on ever since. The first thing I did was check the fuel cap, and it was fine, but I opened it and reclosed it again.

Now, following the above instructions, I cannot get the engine light to start flashing following these directions.

This happened last year, and it worked just as described in this thread. So maybe this is a totally different kind of problem?

I guess I should go to the dealer.... yet again. I have never had a new car back at the dealer so often. I'm glad I'm retired and not trying to do all these dealer trips between work times.

[MetroMPG]

That's odd that the procedure worked for you last time, but not now.

I know you'll keep us posted on what happens (it's appreciated). Good luck.

[patty]

OK. Finally got it to flash, I read the flashes, and I think it cleared the problem which is something about a slow evaporation leak, which my car was checked for about a year ago. I guess there is no rush and I will just get them to look at it the next time it happens, which I hope isn''t too soon :-(

[Rafael]

Some months ago my Nissan March turn on the engine check light when the day was really hot and starts to rain suddently. When i was going to reset the ECU I observed than the light (1 second) blinks 6 times. And other quicker arround 7 ou 8 times. What it means? I was wondering it was the MAF sensor.

[micra-indo]

i have answer this READ = resetting nissan micra k13 is very easy - just posted

[micra-indo]

Some months ago my Nissan March turn on the engine check light when the day was really hot and starts to rain suddently. When i was going to reset the ECU I observed than the light (1 second) blinks 6 times. And other quicker arround 7 ou 8 times. What it means? I was wondering it was the MAF sensor.

it was resetting dont worry

[carorules]

My check engine light came up. I checked the fuel cap, it seemed okay. I tried the procedure to reset the warning light but it didn't work and neither did the procedure to try and get the code. Maybe I'm doing it wrong. I really don't wanna go to the dealership, my warranty just ended, that's my luck.

Any ideas?

[MrMicra2015]

https://www.princessauto.com/en/deta...er/A-p8755530e

https://www.amazon.ca/AutoLink-Reade...90423473&psc=1


buy a code reader for 39.99 just about anywhere, actually that autel one on amazon may be better, i have autel products,

[carorules]

Yes, I actually bought one on amazon and it indicated cylinder 2 misfire, but the check engine light went away after refueling. I'll be on the lookout if it comes on again, but for now I think I'll wait since it disappeared. I figured for 30$, that machine will pay for itself soon enough.

I got that one and it works very well so far:
https://www.amazon.ca/Panlong-Scanne...%2C149&sr=1-10