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Malfuntion indicator lamp in my toyota yaris

What could be the problem? i was driving on the motorway today when the malfunction indicator la p came on display in my 2000 toyota yaris. the engine sounds fine and there dont seem to be any other problems what could it be? please help

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  • sxycharlz83 Aug 06, 2009

    it dosent say any of thet it just shows a little orange symbol that loks anit like an oil light. iv had the code for the problem its p0171 fuel trim too lean bank 1.

  • sxycharlz83 Aug 06, 2009

    iv got it in the garage soon so they will find the problem

  • Anonymous May 11, 2010

    Does it say " MAINT REQUIRED"? Or is it an CHECK ENGINE LIGHT?

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Most Auto Part stores like napa or kragen will read the malfunction code for you for free. Once you get that done post the code so we can give you a better understanding on your concern. Oh if your light is flashing please don't drive it that means you are doing immediate damage.

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Common problems that can cause the Check Engine light to come on: could be something like a bad oxygen sensor, faulty mass airflow sensor, failed catalytic converter, worn-out spark plugs, ignition wires, a loose gas cap or a clogged-up EGR system.
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