Saturn 98 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT

1998 SATURN
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KISSOFDAWN
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I recently bought a 98 saturn. I have put 139559 miles on the car. For the first time yesterday, my check engine light came on. It stays on the entire time my car is running. I just want to know if anyone knows the possible problems with my car. People have told me that i might need a tuneup or a new alternator??? please help!! thank you!!
Oct 29, 2007 at 3:13 PM
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You need to have the codes read from the computer to start diagnosing. The check engine light comes on when a problem affecting emissions happens. There are hundreds of reasons.
Oct 29, 2007 at 3:37 PM
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i know this probably has nothing to do with this, but i recently got my emissions done and everything was fine. could the guy working there messed up anything, or is that just coincidence?? thank u so much
Oct 30, 2007 at 11:26 AM
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What does "got my emissions done" mean.

You need to have the codes pulled front the computer to start any diagnosis. Not sure what was done, so I don't know if there can be a relationship. Until the codes are pulled and the problem diagnosed, there can only be speculation.
Oct 30, 2007 at 11:39 AM
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i mean i went to the emission testing station and got the emissions test. but thank u for your help, i will go to a car place and get the codes read. thanks again have a goodone!
Oct 30, 2007 at 2:23 PM
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A good what?

The testing place only hooks up to the DLC, it isn't their fault as I see it at this point. Post the ocdes if you lke, but having a good shop troubleshoot it, may make it quicker for you.
Oct 30, 2007 at 6:20 PM