My 2013 Subaru Outback recently freaked me out. Just out of the driveway, I noticed the “check engine” light was on, and the brake and cruise control lights were flashing. I eventually Googled these ...

Ignoring a check engine light might feel harmless if the car still runs smoothly, but the warning signals more than a minor inconvenience. Driving with that light on can lead to higher repair costs, ...

Dear Car Fix: Last December I bought a 2009 Pontiac G6. I have been having an ongoing problem with the "check gas cap" light coming on intermittently. I know the gas cap is on tight. I turn it four or ...

What happens if my gas cap is left off? Why does it cause the check engine light to come on? Have I done some damage to the engine? These are very common questions, and luckily there’s an easy fix and ...

If you have a Honda Accord and see the ‘Check Fuel Cap’ notification, there are various possible explanations, some of which are more extensive than others. A loose gas cap commonly causes this, but ...

A check engine light, even if the car runs fine, often indicates a leak in the evaporative emission control (EVAP) system. An arc welder might revive a dead battery by cleaning sulfated plates, but a ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (iSeeCars) – A vehicle’s Check Engine light ...

The costs of buying a new or used car have climbed in recent years, and so has the average repair bill. If a vehicle purchase or major repair isn’t in the cards (or budget), maintaining the health of ...

It glows on your car’s dashboard and instantly ignites terror and loathing in the hearts and wallets of drivers; the dreaded “Check Engine” warning light. For ...

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