Should I keep driving if my check engine light is on?
In many vehicles, there are two types of check engine lights—a solid light and a flashing light. A flashing light could mean a more serious problem like an overheating engine or engine misfire, sometimes causing irreversible damage. You shouldn’t drive further if this is the case.
How worried should I be about check engine light?
Unlike a Temperature or Oil Pressure light, a Check Engine light is usually not an urgent, “Stop right now or you may cause permanent damage!” type of situation, unless it is flashing. If the check engine light is flashing, a more severe problem has occurred.
What should you do if your check engine light comes on?
If the check engine light comes on while you’re driving, it can be unnerving. Don’t panic, though. Take a moment to see if the car is driving any differently than normal. Is it bucking? Surging? Are there any unusual sounds? If nothing seems out of the ordinary, you can continue driving the car.
What does it mean when your check engine light says gas is leaking?
If you get an error pointing to the gas cap, it means fuel vapors are leaking out of your cap. This means it’s either cracked or just wasn’t tightened well enough.
Why does my check engine light come on when I leave my cap off?
If you leave your gas cap off accidentally, you’ll notice this light rather quickly. These leaks in the gas tank recirculation (also known as EVAP emission control) system are often grouped as “small” or “large” leaks.
What do the warning lights on a car mean?
Modern cars have a dashboard full of warning lights. Some are informative; some means you are experiencing normal faults while others show extreme failures, and the driver needs to stop immediately. Drivers should always pay attention to the dashboard lamps since they give vital information about the car’s drive and status.