Blinking Engine light it will not run good

Asked by Robert Oct 08, 2018 at 06:03 AM about the 2010 Ford F-150 FX4 SuperCrew 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Check engine lights blinking it will not run right

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Bob answered 5 years ago

Don't drive it with the check engine light flashing. Flashing light indicates a miss-fire and raw fuel will enter the catalytic converter where it will ignite and possibly melt or otherwise damage the convertor substrate. Get the trouble codes read or take it to a reputable mechanic.

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