Does anyone know how to reset a check engine light on a 1995 honda civic?I live in NYS and I just want to pass inspection. I just lost my job and don‘t have the $$$ to actually fix the problem right now. Again, I just want to pass my inspection. Someone told me that if you unplug the positive terminal of the battery, wait about 20 minutes, then replug it in the codes should be reset and it will be off for a while.Does anyone know if this is true? If so, how long will it last? Thank you in advance!
just jam a wrench in there an yank it open
Easiest thing to do is unhook the battery for 30 minutes, then reconnect it. The auto parts stores have OBD2 scanners, not the OBD1 system you have. If the light comes back on, you need to find a mechanic. The auto parts stores have stopped resetting lights for obvious legal reasons.
check the return port in the master cylinder for clogging. When you look into the reservoir you will see 2 holes at the bottom. The smaller is the return port. You may be able to clear it with a bit of copper wire.
Unplug the battery and open the door if you have interior lighting, turn the headlight switch on if not. The purpose of the lights is to drain residual power in the electrical system. Shouldn't take more than 10 minutes and the memory in the computer will be reset. There is no telling how long it will last, it all depends on the condition setting the CEL. If all else fails you could just remove the bulb behind behind the indicator on the instrument panel, unless this is prohibited by NY law.
There are two lights in that year Accord. The MAINT REQD light and the actual check engine light. Any reputable mechanic should know how to reset the maintenance light. Just hold the trip meter while you turn the key to the run position and keep holding it until it goes out. Unfortunately, I don't think that's actually your problem. A flashing engine light ALWAYS means that a car is misfiring. You probably need new plugs or have a faulty coil. There are also little seals that keep oil from getting from the valve train down to the spark plug wells. If these are bad then oil in the spark plug tubes will cause a misfire, as well. Nothing too difficult or too expensive.
