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#1762 of 1905 Gas Cap warning question by one_roadking Dec 22, 2007 (3:13 pm)
I have a 2005 Corvette coupe. The warning light saying "check gas cap" just came on and despite resetting it several times it comes back. I can't get a new one until Monday. Any problem with driving it that way? Would it change mileage or anything?   Car seems to run fine. Thanks Replies to this message: mickeymouse2 (Dec 22, 2007 7:03 pm) bolivar (Dec 24, 2007 12:52 pm) one_roadking (Dec 24, 2007 6:40 pm) elias (Dec 28, 2007 4:41 pm)
#1763 of 1905 Re: Gas Cap warning question [one_roadking] by mickeymouse2 Dec 22, 2007 (7:03 pm)
Replying to: one_roadking (Dec 22, 2007 3:13 pm) Its not going to hurt anything, unless, unless you try and get a smog check done with that stupid light on. lol Couldn't resist! The only time you need to worry about a warning light, is when your check engine light starts blinking while driving. When its just on, its telling you to have something checked out. When it starts blinking, the PCM fears serious engine, or smog equipement damage. Don't worry about the gas cap light. Either you have a bad gas cap, or a small leak has fooled the PCM into thinking you left it off.
#1764 of 1905 Re: Gas Cap warning question [one_roadking] by bolivar Dec 24, 2007 (12:52 pm)
Replying to: one_roadking (Dec 22, 2007 3:13 pm) Replace the cap. The system needs it on there to function correctly. I think the 2005's had more problems than the later models. If the car is still underwarranty it will not cost anything. In any case, it will not be horribly expensive.   But, yes, it could be something else in the fuel system rather than the cap. If the system is not air tight because of another leak, this message will be displayed.
#1765 of 1905 Re: Gas Cap warning question [one_roadking] by one_roadking Dec 24, 2007 (6:40 pm)
Replying to: one_roadking (Dec 22, 2007 3:13 pm) Thanks for the info. I stopped today at a dealer and got a new cap. It didn't seem to help. They too said it would be fine to drive until I have time for a smoke test to find a leak.   It does seem the gas mileage is running a little behind right now.   Appreciate your insight Replies to this message: elias (Dec 28, 2007 4:41 pm)
#1767 of 1905 Indoor(only) C6 Coupe cover by printz Dec 28, 2007 (3:29 pm)
Should be getting my Vette sometime in March.......Any suggestions on a good indoor cover that's real easy to take ON & OFF....Just concerned about keeping airborn particles off.......   Thanks for any suggestions....
#1768 of 1905 Re: Gas Cap warning question [one_roadking] by elias Dec 28, 2007 (4:41 pm)
Replying to: one_roadking (Dec 24, 2007 6:40 pm) i think it takes a bunch of engine on/off cycles to clear the gas cap code... my GTO gas cap failed as many do, and was replaced under warranty. GM later sent a letter saying that the gas cap warranty has been extended to 100k miles for all GTOs. in my case there was no pressure seal, but also no OBD dashboard warning - i drove it like that for months. mpg seemed lower.
#1769 of 1905 Some recent news on Corvette production by starrow68 Jan 09, 2008 (8:18 am)
http://bgdailynews.com/articles/2008/01/09/news/news4.txt   Discusses current sales downturn and production. Also mentions future economy   http://money.cnn.com/2008/01/04/autos/corvette_not_leaving/?postversion=20080107- 14   This is about the future economy issue, I like the line about Corvette MPG being better than smaller sports cars. Gotta love torque and that tall 6th gear. Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 09, 2008 8:44 am)
#1770 of 1905 Re: Some recent news on Corvette production [starrow68] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Jan 09, 2008 (8:44 am)
Replying to: starrow68 (Jan 09, 2008 8:18 am) It's a great combination but the driver has to be sober about the tall gearing. If he lugs even a torquey V8 at an extremely low RPM, the engine wear is going to be considerable. Lugging is one of the worst things you can do to an engine, bar none. This is why some automakers won't even let you GO into overdrive until the engine is warmed up. (automatic transmission cars).   What a concept--- a hypermiler in a Corvette!

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