In some cases, you may be able to turn off the engine management light by resetting the car's computer. To do this, disconnect the negative battery terminal for 10 minutes, then reconnect it. This will reset the computer and may turn off the light.
If the light does not turn off after resetting the computer, you will need to have the car diagnosed by a mechanic to determine the cause of the problem. Once the cause is determined, the mechanic will be able to repair it and turn off the light.
Here are some of the most common causes of the engine management light turning on in a 1998 Astra 1.6 petrol:
- Oxygen sensor failure
- Catalytic converter failure
- Faulty spark plugs or wires
- Vacuum leaks
- Faulty fuel injectors