Had a solution posted on here from zx2fast. using a paper clip on the diagnostic block?!. the srvice engine light did flash pause flash flash long pause-but no number codes came up. it just repeated it self over and over again for aproximately 3 minutes. does that mean that there were no codes to be found? and today now it won't even start.

have your obd II CODES READ this will give you more of an idea what is going on with it. most auto parts stores read these codes. If you are smelling rubber check your serpitine belt for where and if it looks good take the belt loose and check the rest of the components that the serptine belt runs on altinator, water pump,powersteering pump, pully tensioner, other pullys ext.

There is no way to tell what the light is for without scanning for trouble codes.There is a way to access the computer trouble codes without having a code reader. If you look under the driver side dash near the steering column, you will find the diagnostic port where you would plug in a scanner. If you look closely you will see that the terminals are identified as a,b,c, and d. Take a metal paper clip and straighten it out, then bend it into a u-shape. Put one end of the paper clip in terminal A, and the other end in terminal B. Now turn the ignition key to the on position, but do not start the engine. The check engine light will start flashing. This is how you will get the codes, by counting the flashes. The check engine light will flash the number 12 three times, to let you know that it's getting ready to flash a code. Let's say the computer has stored a code 32, and a code24. First, the number 12 will flash 3 times(flash-pause-flash flash). Then there will be a long pause. Then the computer will flash the first code, which, in this example, is 32(flash flash flash-pause-flash flash). It will flash the same code three times, then it will flash the number 12 again. After the third number 12 has flashed, the next code will flash, which is 24(flash flash-pause-flash flash flash flash). That code will flash 3 times. Then there will be a long pause, and the pattern will be repeated. After all the codes have been flashed, the whole sequence will be repeated, starting with the first code, and will continue as long as the paper clip is in the diagnostic plug. Write the codes down as they are flashed. If you get mixed up, just wait for the next sequence of the number 12 to flash, then start counting the flashes again. Believe me, it takes a lot longer to type all this out than it does to get the codes off teh computer. If you have any questions, let me know. When you have the codes, I can look them up for you and see what they represent.

in the engine compartment there is a small fuse box labeled ¨DLC¨ or ¨diagnostic¨ . Flip open the cap and on the inside of the cap is a chart of the terminals. use a paper clip or small jumper wire to jump terminals T and E1. then turn on the ignition switch to "on" but not start. The check engine light will start flashing codes. Example: two flashes, pause, three flashes = Code 23. the codes will repeat until you turn off the key or remove the jumper. Look up the codes online at a toyota forum or come back here with the codes and we'll tell you what they mean. Don't forget to remove the jumper before starting the engine.

It could be the fuel filter, air filter, vacuum leak, MAP sensor, or any number of things. If it is running this bad you should have a code stored in the computer. You can pull it out using a paper clip by jumping the two ports on the diagnostic connection under the dash. You'll see a rectangle with a bunch of little slots. In one of the corners there will be two metal tabs in the slots right next to each other in the same row. Put a paper clip between them so they make electrical contact and turn the key to run, don't try to start it. The 'service engine' light will start to flash codes after a few seconds. All of the codes are two digits and get repeated three times in a row. The first code you will get is a 12, that lets you know it is in diagnostic mode. It will be 'flash' pause 'flash flash' longer pause, 'flash' pause 'flash flash' longer pause, 'flash' pause 'flash flash'. Be sure to write them down. When it flashes the 12 code again it is done. If you get the 12 code more than three times in a row when you first do it, then there are no codes stored. These codes will give us a better chance of tracing down the issue the first time instead of just guessing and throwing parts at it.

This is straight from Haynes Repair Manual for 1989-1997 Isuzu Amigo/Rodeo/Honda Passport (book # 47017:
The 12 pin Assembly Line Data Link (ALDAL) terminal is located under the dash on the driver's side on 3.1L engines. To retrieve the trouble codes, connect a jumper wire to terminals A and B. It may be covered with a plastic cover. They suggest using a paper clip to jumper the two terminals-then turn ignition switch to ON position (NOT ENGINE START). Check engine light on dash will flash-one flash-a pause-then two short flashes-indicating code 12-diagnostic mode. After self checking-if there are any trouble codes-the light will flash proper codes using mentioned method.Note the flash code then call a shop with your info for what ails your Rodeo.

should be either to the left of steering colume under dash or to the right of colume under dash. Just start with one end of paper clip in the terminal to the right at the end and move the other end until the chk.engine light starts flashing, just make sure to turn key off each time you go to move the one end of paper clip and turn it back on each time to see if it flashes Now when light starts to flash you count how many times it flashes for example it will flash once than paus then flash twice quick witch is 12 and so on, or three fast paus and then two fast witch is 32 thats your codes.

On your particular vehicle, you should be able to pinpoint your problem rather easily. Locate your diagnostic port underneath your dash. Once your located your diagnostic port, use a paper clip as a "jumper" between the two terminals on the top, right-hand side of your diagnostic port. once you have the paper clip in plac, turn your ignitiong to the "On" position, NOTE: MAKE SURE NOT TO TURN THE IGNITION TO THE "START" POSITION WHILE DIAGNOSTIC PORT IS BEING JUMPED. Upon turning the key to the "On" position, you should be able to could the number of times the check engine light blinks.

1. The code(s) stored in memory may be read through counting the flashes of the dashboard warning lamp. The dash warning lamp should begin to flash Code 12. The code will display as one flash, a pause and two flashes. Code 12 is not a fault code. It is used as a system acknowledgment or handshake code; its presence indicates that the ECM can communicate as requested. Code 12 is used to begin every diagnostic sequence. Some vehicles also use Code 12 after all diagnostic codes have been sent.
2. After Code 12 has been transmitted 3 times, the fault codes, if any, will each be transmitted 3 times. The codes are stored and transmitted in numeric order from lowest to highest.

Hope this helps! Have a great day!

Open the hood. Locate a small grey box by the firewall, roughly 1.5 x 1.5 inches. It has a cap that will lift up, but it will not come off. Under the cap, located the terminals E1 and Te1. Using a standard paper clip, "jump" E1 and Te1 together. Turn the key on. Obnserve the check engine light; it will flash, pause and flash again. Count the flashes.
Examples: 2 flashes/pause/4 flashes is code "24"
1 flash/pause/5 flashes is code "15"
Get the codes & get that info back to me so that I will be able to assist you with your issue further.

Check your diagnostics in case they can reveal something...

If you're driving an American model WITH a check engine light on the dash, put a paper clip between terminal 10 and GND in your diagnostic box (right side of the engine bay near the air intake - has a big DIAGNOSTIC written on it). Then hop into your car, turn the key to ON (but don't start the engine). The light should go on steady - then off for 4 seconds. After this any diagnostic codes will be displayed. Long flashes are for the first digit in a two digit code - short flashes are the second digit. There will be a 4 second pause between each code AND the codes will repeat. If you get codes, record them and post them and I'll see what I can suggest.

Otherwise, check your spark plugs and wires - replace them if necessary - check the coil packs and the connections thoroughly. Poor or no ignition is most likely your problem.

Also check your air intake, filter and check and clean your throttle body.

I'm betting you'll find an issue in the ignition system though.

Hope this helps,
Sherwin