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Dave_93stang

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Hey

How can I reset my check engine light on my 96 mustang? I replaced the O2 sensor that was bad but even though I disconnected the batter for a few minutes it still hasnt gone away.. have I just not left the battery disconnected long enough?
 

streetstang03

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try leaving it unhooked for 30min.
 

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streetstang03 said:
try leaving it unhooked for 30min.
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if that don't work, do it for overnight
 
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OK, thanks I am in for the night anyway so I jusrt unhooked it and will go back in the morning should be good and clear then
 

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A few minutes is more than enough to clear the code. If it's still on there is still a problem. Make sure you have reconnected the connector (just in case) and check all other connectors under the hood. If you have a scanner, check the codes again.
 

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Yep.. unplug battery, open door to discharge power in capacitors, reconnect. 3-4 minutes is probably even more than enough.

Before I bought my code reader, I had autozone do it for free.
 
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