Gabewatt wrote:
> the title says it all. i have a 02 Civic Ex Automatic, and the check
> engine light is on. how do i get the thing to shut off? and what is the
> key cycle sequence to check for codes? TIA!
>
>

it's not an "idiot light", it's an error diagnostic - you have a problem
that needs fixing.

1. get the codes read. autozone and places like that will do it for free.
2. fix the fault.
3. clear the code.