Check Engine Light.......check your gas cap!

Post by **Blacklab467** » 12 Dec 2022, 15:14

I've had a check engine light that I've been recreationally trying to extinguish for some time. Like most CEL's the car runs fine but it's annoying to have the light on all the time. I don't have VIDA so the only code I get on my cheapy scanner is a P0072, referencing a problem with the temp sensor on one of the mirrors.
The other day I was looking around while filling the car with gas and noticed this. The Gas Cap seal was missing a good chunk of rubber and the rest was weathered and cracked. I ordered a new one along with some other sundry items that I needed for the car when I got home. Replaced the part in question and cleared the CEL and alls well again. Hope this helps someone else in the future.........don't forget to check the simple stuff!

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Post by **br0dy519** » 14 Dec 2022, 06:04

I had to buy a gas cap this week too. Emptied a jerry can into the tank and left the cap on the roof and drove away. Lol

OliPhant · Post by **OliPhant** » 11 May 2026, 16:22

Yes I do believe that's sound advice. But me, I'm still searching for that leak...

Post by **jonesg** » 15 May 2026, 20:51

br0dy519 wrote: 14 Dec 2022, 06:04 I had to buy a gas cap this week too. Emptied a jerry can into the tank and left the cap on the roof and drove away. Lol

I replaced the retainer cord.
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Georgeandkira · Post by **Georgeandkira** » 25 May 2026, 08:48

I just did that too.

A B-pillar seat belt gate, improved (lengthened) door lock bezels, touch-up paint and fuel cap tethers were all offered special in January from 3 different sources.