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Old 05-19-11, 09:32 PM
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Exclamation Help!! Check VSC Light came on

So i changed my halogens to HIDS from HIDEXTRA.com and after i changed everything and tested everything, i tried to start my car up and the "CHECK VSC" and engine check Light came on, Should i be concerened?

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Old 05-20-11, 05:52 AM
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Yes, in that you don't know what's going on yet. There's likely not a problem with VSC - the VSC light comes on because VSC is automatically disabled every time a Check Engine light comes on.

The only way we can help is if you read the code. Either get an OBDII scanner (very useful to have, and inexpensive) or go to Autozone or your local shop and have them check the code, then post them here. That way people can see whether they've had the same codes or not.

First thing though is go out and tighten your gas cap.
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So i stated up the engine after i woke up, and everything is fine now, the engine check light went away, IS this normal? O.o
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Did you disconnect the battery when you changed your headlights? It could just be the ECU resetting.
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Same thing happened to me. On two different occasions. I restarted the car, or reset my system and it disappeared. Haven't seen it in months, and have gotten my maintenance and such without problems. I wouldn't worry about it unless it shows up frequently.
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Chances are u wiggled the MAF sensor for the intake. When in doubt about your VSC, just disconnect the NEG side of your battery for 10 mins and rebook it back up
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Thanks a bunch, guys, problems been solved.
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