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      10-01-2017, 08:57 PM   #1
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Check Engine Light due to gas cap

Got a code telling me that the gas cap was not on right. So I cleaned it and put it back in place. The light is still on though. Could there be an issue with the tank itself?
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      10-01-2017, 09:36 PM   #2
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Could be a bad cap
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      10-02-2017, 09:00 PM   #3
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Some warnings have to be cleared, which means a trip to the dealer if you don't know how to do it and/or lack the tools. Some will go away by themselves but it may take some time to do so.
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I had this before too and it took a while to clear itself
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This is because the system has to monitor fuel vapour release. Hence a warning light if the fuel cap is not secure. As above, this should re-set itself with time
Thanks for all the help. Is there an estimated time until the light turns off? I've had it for about a week.
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      10-22-2017, 12:29 PM   #6
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Thanks for all the help. Is there an estimated time until the light turns off? I've had it for about a week.
I had this last week and it took 3 days for mine to clear but I also heard it could take up to 250 miles.
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