I did my spring maintenance which among other things included the induction cleaning and throttle body cleaning (per Spike's thread). Now the SES is staying on, do I need a scanner to clear the codes or is there another way? Thanks guys.

 

No, it should go out after a dozen start cycles or so.
If it stays on for more than a couple of weeks then have the codes cleared.
If you were to have a DI then the light would NOT go out on its own, but on a DII it should.
Once the ECU reconizes that there are no faults the light should go out.

 

hit it with a hammer

 

Thanks spike, I kinda figured but needed reassurance. With regular maintenance my rig as been nothing but reliable, just trying to keep the streak alive

That being said, if it doesn't clear will the autologic scanner available at autozone clear SES codes?

 

if you live in cali, forget getting auto parts store to even scan anything let alone clear something. if you can get your hand on any good OBD II scan tool you sould be able to clear codes. the codes sould go away with a few more start cycles though


if you want a laugh ask the guy at the counter if he can do a resistance test on a TPS and watch his face

 

If it hasn't cleared by Sunday, you will need a scanner.
Did you try and clean the t/body while it was running?

 

Mike, definitely had everything back together before I fired up the motor...I knew that would throw codes. I dumped alot of carb cleaner into the intake, so I have no doubt it's probably a soft 02 sensor code.

Are the MAF's really that sensitive? I was insanely careful removing it and putting it back on, and didn't clean it or anything.

No local auto parts stores w/ a scanner, guess I may have to see if my friendly LR dealer will kindly reset the codes for free (or even a few bucks).

 

You would be better off buying an inexpensive scanner, lot cheaper then going to the dealer.
Our MAF's are only sensitive to contamination such as dirt or oil residue.

 

Thanks Mike, I guess if I'm keeping this rig for awhile I might as well buy a scanner. I see some reasonable scanners for sale at Atlantic British, any that you recommend or have experience with?

 

There base model is great, now you won't be able to deal with ABS, SRS, or SLS issues, but basicily none can handle then.