Indicator lights of park and drive are on. The engine don’t want to start with the lights on.
Well I have a 2006 Chevy trailblazer and the gear light which is the little orange light well it dnt show and once that don't show it doesn't turn on the battery is charged I have 2 of them running in the car still dnt wanna turn on no fuses are burned nothing and idk wats wrong
My car has an automatic transmission.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hi there. The orange gear light that appears on the dash is the warning light for the transmission. First check the computer (ECM) and see if there is any stored codes for the transmission or transfer case (if your vehicle is a 4X4). This will give you a starting place for you to diagnose your transmission or transfer case. Also, check the electrical harness to the transmission or transfer case and make sure that it’s plugged in. Look for any wiring that could be shorted to ground or another circuit within the transmission or transfer case harness. If there is no exposed wires, then there could be an issue with the transmission or transfer case that is keeping your engine from starting. I recommend seeking out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you diagnose your transmission or transfer case.
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Also known as the Malfunction Indicator Lamp, this light is designed to look like an engine. When you see this light, it means there is a problem with the emissions system or engine. If the light flashes or stays on, you should get your vehicle serviced at a service department.
The most common reasons a Chevrolet Trailblazer won`t start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
Attempt to start the engine, then release the key to ON (vehicle will not start). look at `security light`, after approximately 10 minutes it should shut off 4. Turn off the ignition, and wait 5 seconds. 5.
The engine`s Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is illuminated on a dashboard. A small, yellow engine-shaped light indicates that the car`s electronic system has detected a problem that needs to be checked. This warning light is known as the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
What is the MIL? A dashboard light that comes on when the vehicle`s computer finds a problem that could cause excess pollution. Often this means you should repair your vehicle to avoid costly damage in the future. If the light is blinking or flashing, have your vehicle serviced at once.
This usually means the battery is bad and incapable of handling a huge request for power to crank the engine over. Headlights begin white and bright, when you try to start the engine, they dim to nothing or almost nothing then as soon as you let go of the key, the headlights QUICKLY bounce back to white and bright.
If your vehicle won`t start, it`s usually caused by a dying or dead battery, loose or corroded connection cables, a bad alternator or an issue with the starter. It can be hard to determine if you`re dealing with a battery or an alternator problem.
What happens when you reset an ECU? By resetting the Engine Control Module, you can return your car to its factory settings. This will erase any error codes or radio stations that were stored in the car`s memory. Furthermore, it also affects the car`s performance for a while, until it adapts to your driving style.
Turn the key backward two places to the Lock position, then wait three more minutes. When that has elapsed, try to start the car. There`s often a fuse associated with the immobilizer, and like all fuses, it can blow. Check the owner`s manual to locate the fuse and assess its condition.
Generally, this indicator light means a problem has been detected in the automatic transmission (not applicable in manual transmission cars) or transaxle. This light can also indicate an Electric Shift Control system warning.
The check engine light — more formally known as the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) — is a signal from the car`s engine computer that something is wrong. The light could be a minor issue, such as a faulty gas cap, or it could mean something more serious, such as a misfiring engine.
It is a sign that your vehicle`s engine is misfiring. The issue is a major one and you should stop the engine immediately to prevent serious damage. For instance, it might cause the catalytic converter to overheat and even cause a fire.
The rule of thumb is that if the check engine light is flashing, you can`t keep driving the car. It`s an emergency. Often it indicates an engine misfire. If you keep driving, you will likely cause irreversible damage, mostly to the (expensive) catalytic converter.
MIL Light (Malfunction Indicator Lamp): a warning lamp used to inform the driver that a malfunction has been detected by one or more vehicle electronic management systems. Your CES Engine Alarm System may utilize up to three (3) alarm circuits to warn you of a potential problem with your engine.
MIL Light (Malfunction Indicator Lamp): a warning lamp used to inform the driver that a malfunction has been detected by one or more vehicle electronic management systems. Your CES Engine Alarm System may utilize up to three (3) alarm circuits to warn you of a potential problem with your engine.
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