Is there a way to get check engine light codes without buying that hand held tester 89 toyota camery 2.0 4dr

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2008 Toyota Supra GT 3000
Engine check light error code 89. What causes this and how to fix please?

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Have codes read to see what is going on. Most parts stores will do this free.

call parts store with code and replace the valvecover gasket if possible..repost findings

The engine light is on because the car is telling you that something is wrong. It is putting out codes and you need a diagnostic tool to check for the solution.

You first have to find out what the OBD II codes are by using a OBD II hand held machine that goes through the codes and lets you know what is coming up. There are like over 20 or more things why the engine light came on so please use the OBD II code sensor hand held device which will tell you off the bat the answer to why the engine light came on. You can go to advance auto parts and have them check that out for you at no cost.

Check engine is a generic "alarm" light. To read, a OBD II hand held computer has to be used.

1) take to mechanic
2) find oil change place that will read it for free
3) buy ODB II for about $100 at autoparts store (also Harbor Freight)

This model will have to have the diagnostic computer hooked to it. You can purchase one at your local parts house and have for future use, they usually run between $90-$200 depending on how good of one you get but a basic one is all you need. You can get the code without moving the vehicle and call some parts houses and they can tell you what it means, but the scanner will give you a basic definition of the code to give you idea of where to start.

Go to Autozone and have your current EGR Valve, removed from the car, tested and they will determine if it is defective. They tested 2 for me, and neither was a replace, just a clean and they worked great. If they don't have a brand that suits your wants, just test it, then buy the new somewhere else, no commitment to buy.
The most common problem with these EGR valves is they get plugged up from carbon build up. Best way to test it is with a little hand held vacuum pump. Hook it up to the EGR valve and with the engine running at idle and squeeze the vacc pump handle a couple times to open the EGR valve. That should kill the engine. If it dosent, the EGR valve is probably plugged up. At that point you'll have to take it off and clean the carbon out. Even if you have your mechanic check into it, it shouldnt be that expensive to remove it and clean it out or replace it.

Good Luck and hope this helps: Oh and I think theres two EGR.. check the one on the bottom of the engine to. I am not sure but i think there are two EGR valves on your camery.  

All cars built after 1996 sold in the USA have to have OBDII diagnostics. You don't need to activate anything. To read the code, you can 1. buy a scan tool 2. Pay a garage to diagnose the code 3. Go to your local autoparts chain and they will read the codes for free. Call first.
You may not have a code if your trouble light or check engine light is not on.

Is it new or rebuilt? There is a big difference. Also a starter is not supposed to click.

IT'S SUPPOSED TO ENGAGE!!!

Have you confirmed the connections in both the starting and charging circuits?