2001 Holden Astra Emission service light

Tiny
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  • 2001 HOLDEN ASTRA
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  • 200,000 MILES
Hello my mum was driving her holden Astra city 2001 today when the emissions serving light came on how do I fix it? Is it as simple as doing a service or do I have to take it to holden dealership?
Wednesday, April 1st, 2015 AT 6:15 PM

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Tiny
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That is hard to say because the emissions system involves a lot of different components. Since the light is on, you should have the computer scanned so we know exact codes. These codes will direct us to the source of the problem. Without that info, it becomes a guessing game.

If the car is still running good, chances are it has an EVAP leak. If you can, have the computer scanned and let me know what you find.
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Wednesday, April 1st, 2015 AT 9:50 PM
Tiny
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I'll try and get it the codes but the light is now off?Does this mean it rectified it's self?
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Wednesday, April 1st, 2015 AT 9:53 PM
Tiny
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It may have been something foolish like a loose fuel cap. If it comes back on, then I would have it scanned.
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Wednesday, April 1st, 2015 AT 10:11 PM
Tiny
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Thank you I'll keep an eye on it and if it returns I will get the code.
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Wednesday, April 1st, 2015 AT 10:24 PM

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