How do you read a check engine light without a Ford code reader?

Press the odometer’s Trip and Reset buttons while turning the ignition key ON. After turning the key ON, release the odometer Reset and Trip buttons to check if the Diagnostic Trouble Code or DTC appears on the odometer display.

How do you manually check engine codes?

Depress the odometer “Trip” and “Reset” buttons while simultaneously turning the ignition key “On” and “Off.” End with the key in the “On” position. Release the odometer buttons and read the trouble codes from the digital odometer.

How do I find the engine code on a Ford Escape?

How to Pull Diagnostic Codes for a Ford Escape

1. Locate the diagnostic connector under the dash, to the right of the steering column and plug the code reader or scan tool connector into it.
2. Turn the key on.
3. Scroll down to the menu item marked “Read Codes” or “Current DTC”, and select “enter”.

Where do you find engine codes?

The first step is to read the check engine light code provided by the car’s computer system. This is the information that’s been logged by the sensors in your engine. It can be read with OBD II scanners or readers through a connection (OBD port) usually located under the steering column.

Can you get a code without check engine light on?

Yes it can. Some codes are unrelated to the engine/emissions systems and don’t cause the check engine light to come on.

How do you reset the code on a Ford Escape?

Major auto retailers should be able to hook up an OBDII scanner to help diagnose and clear the codes. Turn ignition to on position without starting the car and at the same time hold the brake and gas down firmly. Hold it for about 30 seconds and you will see it reset on the display in front of you.

Can I read my own check engine light?

Can I Check My Own Light? You can. All that you need to check your own light is an OBD-II reader, which can pull codes that help you find out what’s wrong with your car.