So back to Auto Zone I went and the same code for a gas cap came up. Every year I would have to pay for them to be replaced and the light would be off for about 5 to 10 min. These two concerns could in fact be one and the same problem. It may need to be replace, then re-learned again. Before i could do that i had a slow leak on my tire and when fixed iwas told i had a bend rim. Did I mention I also had to have the power steering pump replaced as well, I feel that for the price I paid and the research I have done, there are many others that are having the same difficulty as me, when I read others problems, I feel like I am reading about my car.
If the oil icon is not flashing Push the red button again until the oil icon flashes. I brought it to a mechanic and had both front hub assemblies changed. I am willing to trash this car soon, gas mileage is godawful. Actually when you look at the valve stem, that stem is part of the sensor. . Gain Access to the circuit board. Answer: The Service Vehicle Soon light can come on for several reasons.
Please tell us what the recall number is so that we can get it fixed. I have noticed that the Trac Light Comes and Goes. When this happened the vehicle lost traction and abs brakes. Today I took both front wheels off to check the wiring harnesses and connections. I can e-mail… Open the fuse panel which is located between the dash and the front door. The service engine light comes on when the computer has detected a fault in one of the car's systems. I jiggled the wire harness connectors at the wheel and solved the problem.
This may cure both problems. This allows you to see what the trouble code is at the same time being able to reset the service light. This was my first car I had ever purchased and feel that mine and my family's safety is at risk because you never know when something is going to happen and I am about out of money replacing parts. How to fix any dash light that stays on! Today I took both front wheels off to check the wiring harnesses and connections. The service light is different. The Service engine soon, or Check engine light is one of these advisory lights.
If the P0440 problem is not solved and your Service Engine Soon light stays on or comes on again: there are others problems which could be: Leaking fuel tank Faulty vent solenoid Faulty evap purge switch hose leaking on evap system evap canister leak check also wires and connectors around the evap system. Wildonejc answered 9 months ago Not an answer, still a question. The ptoblem ent away for about 2 weeks then came back again. There is a connector between the fuel tank up to the engine that comes loose or even not connected. Press and hold the reset button until you hear a few chimes and then let go. The first function is to find or select the change oil light.
The service advisor told me that he's seen this before and that usually after clearing the codes, many Alero owners don't experience this again. Now it is up to 60,000 mile and ever since it hit 50,000 miles it sometimes won't start. Awesome chicks and it is absolutely free! This light was on all the time and every time I had it checked the codes were the same, o2 sensor and purge valve. It is also common for this issue to have this problem more than once in the lifetime of the car. I think everyone needs to call them and report it.
I have had all berrings replaced, brakes, rotors, tie rod, and I keep up with the oil changes, fluid changes, ect. Flashing Check Engine Light: If your check engine light is flashing, stop driving your Alero and have it towed to your nearest mechanic - you probably have a very serious problem with your car and you risk ruining your engine by driving it. It's distracting and you want it off regardless of what it takes. Do this a couple of times and you may find that you've got it loose enough to pull out. Then push the reset button and hold.
The worst part is getting the assembly out from the steering knuckle. Put 2 of the 3 bolts the 2 lower ones that hold the assembly to the knuckle back in, but just a bit. Any advice is appreciated, its annoying but would like it to work. After the first 10 minutes the security light starts to blink. The manual says to open the fuse box while car is on, press the reset button, next to the driver side, not running and should blink first the oil change light, then the the low tire pressure, but I'm having no luck! Something that possibly won't cost and arm and leg.
Then, pop that out and carefully unplug the wiring harness for it. If this is the case, you should be able to hear the gas escape when giving it some gas in Park. And, you probably want to do this only if you're going to replace the assembly. Took it to my mechanic and he told me that it is the timing again! A diagnostic scanner cannot tell you exactly what the problem is. First time for me was passenger side.