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Question posted by raulersonmargaret on September 4th, 2015

Malfunction Indicator Light Is On

What does it mean when the malfunction indicator lilght comes on? will not go into gear or start

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Answer #1: Posted by zzed41 on September 4th, 2015 6:35 AM
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Hi! You need a diagnostic laptop to find the exact issue. Please call a mechanic to plug and check what the problem is.


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