Engine failsafe mode is a safety feature that is designed to protect your car's engine from damage. It is activated when the car's computer detects a problem with the engine, such as a loss of oil pressure, a high coolant temperature, or a misfire. When failsafe mode is activated, the car's engine will be limited to a low speed and the accelerator pedal will be disabled. This prevents you from driving the car at a speed that could damage the engine.
Flashing Check Engine Light
A flashing check engine light is a warning that there is a serious problem with your car's engine. It should not be ignored. If you see a flashing check engine light, you should pull over to the side of the road and turn off the engine. You should then call a tow truck to have your car towed to a mechanic.
Possible Causes
There are many different things that can cause a car to go into failsafe mode. Some of the most common causes include:
* Loss of oil pressure: This can be caused by a low oil level, a faulty oil pump, or a damaged oil filter.
* High coolant temperature: This can be caused by a low coolant level, a faulty thermostat, or a damaged water pump.
* Misfire: This can be caused by a faulty spark plug, a damaged ignition coil, or a bad fuel injector.
* Other problems: Other problems that can cause a car to go into failsafe mode include a faulty oxygen sensor, a bad catalytic converter, or a problem with the car's computer.
What to Do
If your car goes into failsafe mode, you should pull over to the side of the road and turn off the engine. You should then call a tow truck to have your car towed to a mechanic. The mechanic will be able to diagnose the problem and repair it.
