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Check Engine Light when key on

Old Jun 1, 2004 | 03:15 PM
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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.

Thanks,
Ben
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Old Jun 1, 2004 | 03:27 PM
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Its normal. It is just a lamp test to verify the engine light is working.
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Old Jun 1, 2004 | 03:30 PM
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That's normal.

Forgetting it, however, is not.
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Old Jun 1, 2004 | 03:34 PM
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Alright, thanks guys!
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