check engine light flashing

1998 VOLVO S70
167,000 MILES • 5 CYL
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MODA777
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I have a Volvo S70 1998. The check engine light is flashing from time to time. What does it mean?
Mar 20, 2011 at 3:41 AM
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CARADIODOC
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Stop the engine immediately to prevent expensive damage to the catalytic converter. Way too much raw fuel is entering the exhaust.
Mar 20, 2011 at 4:12 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Best go get a scan and identify what codes are set in the ECU, report the codes here for further assistance.
Mar 20, 2011 at 11:11 AM
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