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I was just wondering if a code on a smog test is the same...


I was just wondering if a code on a smog test is the same as a check engine light because my young car which runs great is failing due to bad cam sensor code and it has no check engine light on the dashboard Mechanic's Assista...

I was just wondering if a code on a smog test is the same as a check engine light because my young car which runs great is failing due to bad cam sensor code and it has no check engine light on the dashboard Mechanic's Assistant: Does the light stay on, or does it blink? I have no check engine light Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of your car? 2011 Hyundai Elantra Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Elantra yourself? What have you tried so far? Everything. Not even the dealer knows why it wont pass Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? No thank you

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Hello, Welcome to JustAnswer. My name is \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* I am an independent Auto Technician. Sorry to hear you are having a problem with your Car, I will do my best to assist you with this issue. A live optional phone call will be automatically offered by JustAnswer, But I can not do calls at the moment we can carry on with text? It may take a moment for me to get back to you as I may have to look up information about your concern, So I really appreciate your patience. Do you have your VIN number handy for me so I can look up your vehicle? If no Vin? then all I need is Make, model, and engine size. May I ask who I have the pleasure of chatting with? Regards Greg. Do you know what the malfunction code is which they said the cam sensor was a fail? Greg

My name is\*\*\*\*\* car is a 2011 Hyundai Elantra with 30,000 miles on her. Vinnumber KMHDH 4AE5BU129130You just saidyoucant talk at the moment. Nevermind.
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Thank you, Kimberly Please bear with me while I put the information together and type my answer. This may take a little time, but rest assured, I am on the case, Just now checking for any related TSB's. Greg. Kimberly do you happen to know what the code was that the inspection man gave for the cam sensor and you said NO check engine light ON . With the check engine light is it on with the ignition switch ON and then go out when the engine starts?

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