Some enthusiasts cover an unwanted check engine light with electrical tape rather than address the underlying issue, but for ordinary used car shoppers, this trick can mean big trouble when unscrupulous sellers hide problems the same way. Buyers should stay alert.
Concealing a warning light masks potentially expensive mechanical issues. The scam is a cautionary reminder to inspect a used vehicle carefully and be wary of anything that seems designed to hide a car’s true condition.
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