So i searched and found out that it could be a faulty gas cap,my car just hit 21K miles,all services are upto date,car is driving as normal. I have booked
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08-23-2013, 11:08 AM | #1 (permalink) |
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Service Engine Soon light just came on
So i searched and found out that it could be a faulty gas cap,my car just hit 21K miles,all services are upto date,car is driving as normal.
I have booked an appointment to get it checked out as my car is still under warranty. Anything to worry about? |
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I wouldn't worry until the dealer tries to pull some crap and tell you that it's something that's not covered under warranty
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You shouldn't have to pay a dime, especially if you're under warranty. Even if you weren't under warranty, the dealer should be willing to do simple diagnostics like read a code for no charge. If a dealer ever tries to charge you for that, go to a local auto shop and they will let you borrow a code reader for free to use in the parking lot. Then write down the code, and do some research on the forum.
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Service Engine Soon light just came on
I'd start there anyway to make sure it isn't something simple like the gas cap before I spend hours at the dealer.
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This is an excellent point. I find a trip to the dealer typically wastes a half day minimum.
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Always good to invest in a cheap code reader to avoid trips to the dealer.
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I brought this up an another recent (similar) thread. Isn't the SES light just a notification that service is due based on mileage/engine hours/RPM/etc, as opposed to the CEL, which indicates a potential emissions/electrical/engine issue?? What code is a SES going to show? That's not it's purpose. I've only had my Z for a few months, but the SES vs. CEL issue should be the same. Anyone?
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SES is the same thing as the check engine . and the code could be anything . having a code reader is a good thing . you can set the computer in the car to alert you if a service is due oil or tires at a certain miles but its not gonna turn the SES light on
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