Chevrolet Astro II 2 owners manual page 147

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This light should come on, as a check to show youIf the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine isstop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. not running. If the light does not come on, have itTurn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart repaired. This light will also come on during athe engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If malfunction in one of two ways:the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light is still • Light Flashing — A misﬁre condition has beenﬂashing, follow the previous steps, and see your dealer detected. A misﬁre increases vehicle emissionsfor service as soon as possible. and may damage the emission control system onIf the Light Is On Steady your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required. You may be able to correct the emission system • Light On Steady — An emission control systemmalfunction by considering the following: malfunction has been detected on your vehicle.Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? Diagnosis and service may be required.If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install If the Light Is Flashing the cap. See Filling Your Tank on page 5-8. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has The following may prevent more serious damagebeen left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing to your vehicle: fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. • Reducing vehicle speed Afew driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. • Avoiding hard accelerationsDid you just drive through a deep puddle of water? • Avoiding steep uphill gradesIf so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition • If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount ofwill usually be corrected when the electrical system cargo being hauled as soon as it is possibledries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. If the light stops ﬂashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. 3-31

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