Part of the frustration of a check engine light is that it’s just so vague. It can signal anything from a looming powertrain failure to something as benign as a loose gas cap. The light will simply ...

We've all been there before. You're idling in bumper-to-bumper traffic and all of a sudden your beloved 5.0L Fox-body Mustang starts to pop and sputter a bit. While the issue might clear itself up and ...

Car owners dread few things quite as much as a vehicle's "Check Engine" light. However, the dreaded signal doesn't always foretell a worst-case scenario for motorists. They can even help prevent ...

For all its '81 vehicles, GM introduced a computer-controlled engine-management system named Computer Command Control. It became known as CCC or C-3. The engine controller—first called an engine ...

When the check-engine light snaps on, it is not a suggestion, it is your car’s way of saying something in the powertrain or emissions system needs attention. I see it as an early warning system that ...

Throughout your vehicle’s lifetime, you will encounter a range of issues. For instance, your brake pads may become worn, your AC unit might start to produce an unpleasant smell, or your axle may break ...

A vehicle’s Check Engine light can turn any car ride into a harrowing experience. As soon as the check engine light ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Your Check Engine light is shining like a beacon of bad news. What's going on? The ...