Why is my gas cap light on Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Why is my gas cap light on Jeep Grand Cherokee?

If your Check Fuel Cap light comes on, it may simply be that you blanked and forgot to put the cap back on the tank. Fuel cap is not securely fastened: The Check Fuel Cap light can come on even if the gas cap is on. If the fuel cap is not completely fastened, the vehicle will not recognize that the cap is on.

Where is the gas release on Jeep Cherokee?

To open the fuel filler door, You will need to open Your driver’s side car door. Now, right on the left side of the driver’s side dash You should see a knob where You change the headlights. Right below that knob is a small round button with a gas tank on it. Push the button where the gas tank symbol is located.

What kind of gas cap does a Jeep Grand Cherokee have?

This gas cap is just like the original and fits the following Jeep models: 2011 to 2013 Grand Cherokee 2008 to 2016 Patriot 2008 to 2016 Compass 2000 to 2001 Cherokee 2014 to 2018 Cherokee

Can you replace the gas cap on a jeep?

Replace a missing or broken gas cap with a genuine Mopar factory part from JustforJeeps.com. This gas cap is just like the original and fits the following Jeep models: The cap includes a safety tether to prevent loss or accidentally leaving it behind at the gas station.

Do you need to check the gas cap?

So, if you just have CEL/SES/MIL, if doesn’t hurt to check the gas cap, but you really need to read the OBDII codes and see what they are and troubleshoot from there.

What does OBDII code mean on fuel cap?

If you have OBDII codes that indicate Evaporative Emissions System leaks, certainly the first thing to check, since its the easiest, but there could many causes of the leak besides that.

How to check the gas cap on a Jeep Cherokee?

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How can I tell if my gas cap has failed?

Visually expecting the gas cap may not reveal a failure in the seal. Clear the codes and try again. If it still returns, then I would check the evap canister and vacuum lines running to it (under the bumper on the side of the fuel filler). If there is a leak, you will likely be able to smell it if you stick your head under there.

What causes a gas leak in a jeep?

If there is a leak, you will likely be able to smell it if you stick your head under there. If everything in the back looks alright, another possible cause is the EVAP purge solenoid located under the hood (drivers side, attached to a fuse box).

If you have OBDII codes that indicate Evaporative Emissions System leaks, certainly the first thing to check, since its the easiest, but there could many causes of the leak besides that.