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Old 12-31-2008, 07:20 PM
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So today while we where out clearing snow the check engine light went on. Its also one of the coldest nights we've had in a while. But im wondering if it doesnt have something to do with the recent work ive had done: Front brakes, trans service, oil change, CAI install.

When I did the CAI I acidentally broke the little plastic peice that goes around the IAT sensor, not sure if that might have anything to do with it?
Well Ill prolly end up bringing it to the dealership, i have a warrenty, but maybe someone might have a quick idea that I could check on before I do bring it in. Thanks, oh and happy new year
 
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Old 01-01-2009, 10:35 AM
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No ideas? I guess it has to be hooked up to a computer to check for the code right?
 
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It has to be checked with a scanner,Then diag. the problem based on the info retrieved.
 
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Well last night i didnt use 4wd at all but this morning i had to use it to get up my buddy's driveway and when i parked the truck i turned off 4x4 and when i turned the truck back on the light was off. so by using 4wd i possibly reset something?
 
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Go to autozone...you can use their scanner for free.
 
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Obviously it was clearing the snow that did it. I'd try putting all the snow back, exactly where it was and see if that works...




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