Depends on the computer version.

California versions have a red LED & pushbutton on the diagnostic connector.

Federal versions do not have that diagnostic ability.
On federal versions fuel mixture & O2 sensor readings are the only way that the check engine lamp is triggered. IF the mixture is too rich OR lean the O2 sensor won't function & after 5 minutes of no sweep the check engine lamp will come on.

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