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2001 Chevrolet Astro Repair Question


Topics covered: Air filter, Trouble code, Auto parts.
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Asked on October 12, 2010

2001 Chevy Astro Service Engine Soon Light

2001 Chevy Astro 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 79000 miles

What causes the service engine soon light to come on. I've had the gas cap replaced.
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Answer

Replied on October 12, 2010

it means that the vehicle's computer system has detected a problem with something and stored a trouble code(s). your local auto part store can retrieve the trouble code(s) that are stored for you. post the codes here and I will follow up.

Tiny Answered by bluelightnin6 (expert)
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Replied on October 18, 2010

I took the van to the auto parts store and they hooked up the device to the van and came up with code P0446. Something about fuel vapor not burning properly. The car has not behaved differently from before the light came on. What should I do now?

Tiny Response from 4398al
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Replied on October 18, 2010

It could be a loose or poorly fitting cover to the air filter, which often follows a quick oil/lube service. Or the vacuum hose that fits to the vent solenoid is loose or off, often from the same type of service. The solenoid and vacuum ports are often attached to the air filter cannister.

Tiny Answered by bluelightnin6 (expert)
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