Check to see that it is tight, and drive for a while. Many inexpensive scanners or code readers are only able to access the generic trouble codes for the powertrain system only, and not all the trouble codes for the entire vehicle. I then disconnected the battery for 10 minutes. I read up on it in the car manuel that came with the car and I did check the gas cap on it and it was opened. If you don't mind taking advice from a chick, my service light came on when one of my high beams went out.
This should reset the light. It turned out it the gas cap wasn't sealing properly. No problems to complain about yet. I then disconnected the battery for 10 minutes. It has about 54,000 miles so far on it. There were no warning indicators that indicated that the braking system failed.
Well 2 days ago the Check Engine Light came on for the very first time. That car is old enough that it might have a reset oil button in the fuse block instead. Without codes, it would be impossible to say for sure what's going on. This will help your mechanic evaluate the issue. I read up on it in the car manuel that came with the car and I did check the gas cap on it and it was opened. Along with the blinking you should hear clicking, the clicking is a faulty daylight running light relay. Gotta sort thru the junk.
The check engine light and the other light problems most likely arent related. I checked the gas cap, made it 'click', drove it around for a few minutes, and the light remained on. For your car, you should be able to turn the key on, engine off, and push the gas pedal to the floor three times within five seconds and it might reset that light. There can be m … ore than one code at a time causing the check engine light to come on. When I reconnected the battery and started the car, the 'check engine' light was off, a chorus of angels started singing, flowers bloomed about my feet, and a complete stranger tried to hand me a briefcase full of money! As far as its running condition it's running fine.
Does anyone really know how to reset the light? Electrical problem 2002 Chevy Cavalier 4 cyl Automatic 120000 miles As I was driving to work 30 minutes ago my service light came on and all of a sudden my windsheild wipers stopped. The place I bought it from cleared my code out for me. The cap was covered in gas and I didn't want to touch it in the first place, and I really didn't close it all that well. Steady Check Engine Light: If your check engine light is on every time you operate your Cavalier, you need to have it checked as soon as possible, especially if you notice performance problems or unusual noises. The dealer installed an ats lighting system to ensure the warning panel would illuminate if there were any further failures.
What is your advice for me? The cap was covered in gas and I didn't want to touch it in the first place, and I really didn't close it all that well. Click below to consent to the use of this technology across the web. Well 2 days ago the Check Engine Light came on for the very first time. The problem was a vent solenoid. When it goes it causes the vacuum sensor not to sense if gas vapors are escaping. I hope this helps anyone with this problem.
Is looking for a change in Ohms a legitimate way to test to see if the sensor is good? The part number is 15215729. The best way is to take your vehicle to a repair shop, dealer or some auto parts Auto Zone for one and have them plug in their scan tool, … pull any codes, then clear them. And what does a radio have to do with anything? Not to say they couldn't be the issue, but if you had the code, you'd have a much better chance of success for solving those problems. Corvette C4 from years: 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996. Those three lights come on at random times and go off at random times. Therefore, the Service Engine Soon light is not to be worried about. This trick was told to me by my mechanic because I saw the light and took it in for servicing.
This article was created by a professional writer and edited by experienced copy editors, both qualified members of the Demand Media Studios community. For example, does it happen when you accelerating, driving on the highway or does it appear at low speeds? But again, I need to know if this is a true test for a faulty sensor. On the 4th time, hold the brake petal down for 30 seconds and release. These codes appear because the emmissions, ignition and overall performance of the motor is compromised. If I'm wrong about this, someone please correct me.
Thank you, but i still need help. The car came to me without an owners manual, and Alldata says this car doesn't even have a service interval light. Just a recap on my questions. As far as its running condition it's running fine. Re: service interval light reset? Well 2 days ago the Check Engine Light came on for the very first time.