[gunnmen01]

No it isnt true that your check engine light comes on purposely. Your maintance required light will turn red every 7500 miles to remind you of required main.
Get a code reader or go to the dealer and ask them what the code is, then come back here and let us know. Someone will know what to tell you on how to fix it.
Most aftemarket brake pads will make noise, thier alot harder than honda pads, but yes you could soak it with brake cleaner that may help the brake dust.
No problems that would cause the check engine light to come on should cause any damage to your motor, they only affect the emissions.


hope this helps ya....gunnmen01