Chevy Cruze: Reset Check Engine Light
This is the case of the Chevrolet Cruze. It can alert you when something is wrong by turning on the dashboard indicator, such as the check engine light.
How do you reset the check engine light on a Chevy Cruze?
To reset the check engine light, it is important to determine what is wrong with the vehicle and fix it first. You will then notice the light go off after driving for a short period of time. It may take time. Another option is to enable and disable the vehicle three times in a row. This should reset the indicator light and turn off the light.
Knowing what is happening with your car is important. The check engine light is one of the most important lights to pay attention to. Here, we are going to talk about what it is and why you need to make sure you do it right. We will also discuss the steps on how to reset this light on your Chevy Cruze. You can find more information about maintaining your car’s vehicle history.
What is Check Engine Light?
The check engine light is one of the displays that may appear on your dashboard. When it does, it usually means you need to take the vehicle to the dealer to determine what is wrong. There are other ways to find out, too.
This light should not be ignored. It can mean something simple or a more complex problem. Driving your vehicle with the light on and not knowing why could mean you will make the problem worse. There are several possible reasons why does the check engine light comes on. Here are some that relate to the Chevy Cruze.
- The oxygen sensor, or O2 sensor, has failed (very common)
- The tank cap is loose
- Catalytic converter failed
- Spark plugs not working properly
- The spark plug wires are worn
- Mass airflow sensor failure
- The battery is dead
The most common reason is the easiest to fix. There is a loose or damaged gas cap on the vehicle. This allows air to enter this area. This can be easily fixed by pulling and tightening the gas cap or, if damaged, simply replacing it with a new one.
How do you know what is wrong with the engine?
When the check engine light comes on in your Chevy Cruze, don’t panic. The dealer wants you to take the vehicle in to determine the fault codes. You can also do this at some auto parts stores. They connect the engine computer to your computer to read the code. It is a way to find out where the problem comes from.
You can also buy an OBD2 scanner. This will allow you to check the codes for yourself. It will read the code and tell you what problems the vehicle’s computer system recognizes. Then you will know what to do about it.
How do I reset Check Engine Light?
Did you find out what was wrong? Did you fix it? If you don’t, it may not actually reboot no matter what steps you take from that point. For this reason, follow the process to determine what the problem is and fix it.
Let’s assume you’ve taken the time to figure out what’s wrong. You have solved this problem. Now keep in mind that this may change a little depending on the vehicle model and year you own. For a 2014 model, watch this video:
This is the screen you will get when the check engine light is on. Follow these steps:
- Determine what the error code is
- Solve the problem
- Start the vehicle for one minute. Then turn it off
- Do this three times in minutes.
- This resets the code.
If that doesn’t work, you can also disconnect the vehicle’s battery and wait a few minutes before reinserting it.
Using the OBD2 scanner is another option. The thing to keep in mind with this method is that once you do this, it will cause all fault codes to be erased from the vehicle’s computer. This becomes an issue if there are other codes important to your vehicle’s functionality that need to be addressed.
This video provides an overview of this process. Please note that each device may be a little different.
Follow these steps:
- Locate it OBD plug. It is near the driver’s side door (may be in a slightly different location depending on model year and trim).
- Make sure the car is turned off.
- Plug the scanner into the port. Make sure it fits snugly.
- Start the car. Press the “Enter” button to activate the scanner. Next, you must follow the instructions for the device.
- Look at the error codes. Make sure you take care of them.
- Then press enter after reviewing them. You will see an option to delete the code. Do this to get rid of the code.
It is also an option for simply driving your car. It may take between 5 and 30 miles of driving for the check engine light to turn off after having your vehicle repaired. Please note that the car will relearn itself and go through diagnostics to make sure it displays the codes correctly. If it doesn’t go away, the problem is probably not completely resolved.
Staying up to date on your vehicle’s maintenance is essential
Don’t put off vehicle maintenance. With the Chevy Cruze, many of these problems and service reminders will appear on the vehicle’s dashboard if something goes wrong. You also want to make sure you meet all maintenance requirements. Check the History of the Chevy Cruze vehicle for more information.
