engine lite came on

Asked by catharine Apr 05, 2009 at 07:23 AM about the 2004 Chevrolet Optra

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

what does this mean with the light came on but the car is still running and sound fine please help

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I had the same issue not too long ago. check to see if your vacuume lines are all connected properly. have you washed under the hood recently?

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If its the check engine light that you are referring to, it could be anything.One of the problems I had with my '04 Optra5, was the gas filler cap.If its not properly secured the EVAP system will detect a small leak and light the Check Engine.You should twist the gas cap until you hear a clicking noise.After a couple of miles the light should come off. If this doesn't solve the problem, then you need to take your car to a dealer or other repair so that they can put a scanner and read the Diagnostic Trouble Codes.Then, you will know for sure what the problem is.

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