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[Drivingdad]

Hi  chaps , my orange engine management symbol came on today for the first time, was wondering what to do about it.Any help is more than welcome?Car is S Type 2.5 se 2004.

[Old Peter]

Hi David,

 

Have you got a OBD2 code reader?  It will tell you the code number and then you can find out exactly what engine malfunction it is.

 

I got one from BV electronics - cost £20. [via eBay]

 

If you have a friendly mechanic/garage they will do a diagnostic check for you. Main Dealers will also do a check for about £70, as it only takes a few minutes --- they are too expensive for me!

 

Let us know how you get on.

 

Peter.

[Drivingdad]

Went for a drive today and the light went out??

[Old Peter]

Hi David,

 

Sometimes a good blast cures whatever it is. My diesel gets it when the EGR valves get sticky.

 

Regards,

 

Peter.

 

PS-  The S type 2.5 petrol also has EGR Valves.  I would still get the OBD2 code reader.

[Drivingdad]

Light came back yesterday code is p1647 o2 sensor, going to let my mechanic have a look at it.

[Drivingdad]

New o2 sensor fitted and she,s back, £170 lighter tho!