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xrivera91 · 07-09-2015, 04:40 PM

After having a small leak in my brand new exhaust fixed (pipes weren't connected properly) which was an easy fix. Now my check engine light has turned on. Haven't done anything to it except fill it with premium fuel after learning my dealership lied about what fuel I need. Any suggestions? Sorry if this is not in the right spot. And yes I tried to search.

maddoggyusa · 07-09-2015, 05:00 PM

nobody can help you unless you have the car scanned and share the code. I'm guessing since they took off the exhaust, you have an issue in the cat sensor or wiring.

go back to dealer.

christianchevell · 07-09-2015, 05:55 PM

there is also a thread about the fuse pull to reset the fuel tables that may help you too. And make sure the gas cap is on tight....

Mortious · 07-09-2015, 06:07 PM

Muffler bearings not rotated properly....

Dizzy82 · 07-09-2015, 06:21 PM

Stop by an Autozone, O'reiles, or PepBoys and get it scanned. And buy yourself a cheap OBDII scanner as well. Unless we know the codes we can't help you.

lawman007 · 07-09-2015, 10:16 PM

I bought the cheapest OBDII reader, $79.00. Not only can it translate the code to the corresponding number but it can also reset the error so the light goes out. This is assuming the error has been corrected. Do yourself a favor and spend the $79.99-$85.00 to read the code and get on with your life. You could even read your friends and families' codes for a profit.

Squillo · 07-09-2015, 10:34 PM

OP, you should check the blinker fluid.

Or you can go get an OBDII code reader like Lawman suggested and be able to read and clear your own codes. It will pay for itself the first time you use it.

JCunningham · 07-09-2015, 10:44 PM

you still have stock catalytic converters and exhaust manifolds? Do the fuse pull and if you already fixed the leak in the exhaust the code might go away. get it scanned for free at the auto parts store right it down and clear it. might not come back.

xrivera91 · 07-10-2015, 08:58 AM

Wow guys thanks a lot I'm going to buy the diagnosis thing which seems like a great investment. Ordering online though as it's cheaper. Will also run to auto shop and have the diagnostic done to see what it is I'll let you all know soon. Hopefully it's a quick fix.

kmarshall2121 · 07-10-2015, 09:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Squillo

OP, you should check the blinker fluid.

Or you can go get an OBDII code reader like Lawman suggested and be able to read and clear your own codes. It will pay for itself the first time you use it.

Sale on Blinker Fluid this week only:

xrivera91 · 07-10-2015, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maddoggyusa

nobody can help you unless you have the car scanned and share the code. I'm guessing since they took off the exhaust, you have an issue in the cat sensor or wiring.

go back to dealer.

So I just got a P0150 read on the diagnostic which is something with the 02 censor.

Mels RS · 07-10-2015, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kmarshall2121

Sale on Blinker Fluid this week only:

I think the blinkers on the later models are pneumatic.
Just need to recharge the accumulator with compressed air.

hazy · 07-10-2015, 03:02 PM

man, don't go buy a scanner for $80.

Get on amazon and get THIS if you have an Android phone, or THIS if you have an iphone.

Then, go to your Play Store (android) or App Store (iphone)

Android: buy Torque Pro for 4.95
iphone: buy DashCommand for 9.99

Total cost:
-Android: $28.94 (+ any tax you may have to pay)
-iphone: $26.98 (+ any tax...)

Now you can pull codes any time, any place. Not to mention that both of these apps have some really cool features that will allow you to monitor whatever parameters you want....get a windshield mount for your phone and go to town!

pickwithaustin · 07-10-2015, 03:09 PM

Pull up Torque on your cell phone and read the code. Try doing a reset.

I can't believe everyone doesn't have this... if they own a phone.

07-09-2015, 04:40 PM	#1
xrivera91 Drives: 2015 Camaro 2ss Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: 07002 Posts: 1,165 View My Garage	Check engine light After having a small leak in my brand new exhaust fixed (pipes weren't connected properly) which was an easy fix. Now my check engine light has turned on. Haven't done anything to it except fill it with premium fuel after learning my dealership lied about what fuel I need. Any suggestions? Sorry if this is not in the right spot. And yes I tried to search.

07-09-2015, 05:55 PM	#3
christianchevell old school chevy rodder Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Manual,DM exhaust,CRT Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 5,587 View My Garage	there is also a thread about the fuse pull to reset the fuel tables that may help you too. And make sure the gas cap is on tight.... __________________ 2021 Wild Cherry ZL1 A10, Sunroof, Data, Carbon, Nav, RotoFab Dry CAI, Elite x2, Borla ATK, Driveshaft shop

07-09-2015, 06:07 PM	#4
Mortious Ammo Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS (LS3 M6) Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 229 View My Garage	Muffler bearings not rotated properly.... __________________

07-09-2015, 06:21 PM	#5
Dizzy82 Drives: 2011 1LT/RS A6 RJT SuperCharged Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: 87114 Posts: 3,503 View My Garage	Stop by an Autozone, O'reiles, or PepBoys and get it scanned. And buy yourself a cheap OBDII scanner as well. Unless we know the codes we can't help you. __________________ Power is worthless without control. *The 2nd* protects the 1st.** BMR sub frame brace, BMR tunnel brace, LSR sways, LSR CM ca & tl, Sphon ExD el, GM tower brace, Megan EZ Streets, Goodridge Stainless Steel Braided brake lines, PowerStop D/S rotors & pads, Doug Thorty Ceramic Shorties, Magnaflow x-pipe, MRT V2.0, KICKER PowerStage sub & amp, Infinity speakers & tweeters, Viteese Throttle Controller, Viteese Paddle Shifters, ACS T2 Splitter, ACS T2 Ports/Quad LED lights, VDI kit, Havoc diffuser, IPF ECU/TRANS tuned, IPF/KPE Supercharged. 364RWHP/297RWTQ

07-09-2015, 10:16 PM	#6
lawman007 Panama-Gulf War Vet Drives: '11 SW 1LT/RS 6M Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: From Carmichael, CA to Matthews, NC 01/2021 Posts: 769	I bought the cheapest OBDII reader, $79.00. Not only can it translate the code to the corresponding number but it can also reset the error so the light goes out. This is assuming the error has been corrected. Do yourself a favor and spend the $79.99-$85.00 to read the code and get on with your life. You could even read your friends and families' codes for a profit. __________________

07-09-2015, 05:00 PM	#2
maddoggyusa Drives: 2013 Camaro Dusk 2SS/6 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,586	nobody can help you unless you have the car scanned and share the code. I'm guessing since they took off the exhaust, you have an issue in the cat sensor or wiring. go back to dealer.

07-09-2015, 10:34 PM	#7
Squillo Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS BRM LS3 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Hawaii Posts: 1,174	OP, you should check the blinker fluid. Or you can go get an OBDII code reader like Lawman suggested and be able to read and clear your own codes. It will pay for itself the first time you use it.

07-09-2015, 10:44 PM	#8
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	you still have stock catalytic converters and exhaust manifolds? Do the fuse pull and if you already fixed the leak in the exhaust the code might go away. get it scanned for free at the auto parts store right it down and clear it. might not come back. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

07-10-2015, 08:58 AM	#9
xrivera91 Drives: 2015 Camaro 2ss Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: 07002 Posts: 1,165 View My Garage	Wow guys thanks a lot I'm going to buy the diagnosis thing which seems like a great investment. Ordering online though as it's cheaper. Will also run to auto shop and have the diagnostic done to see what it is I'll let you all know soon. Hopefully it's a quick fix.

07-10-2015, 03:02 PM	#13
hazy Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: H-Town Posts: 1,037	man, don't go buy a scanner for $80. Get on amazon and get THIS if you have an Android phone, or THIS if you have an iphone. Then, go to your Play Store (android) or App Store (iphone) Android: buy Torque Pro for 4.95 iphone: buy DashCommand for 9.99 Total cost: -Android: $28.94 (+ any tax you may have to pay) -iphone: $26.98 (+ any tax...) Now you can pull codes any time, any place. Not to mention that both of these apps have some really cool features that will allow you to monitor whatever parameters you want....get a windshield mount for your phone and go to town!

07-10-2015, 03:09 PM	#14
pickwithaustin Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible and: Join Date: May 2014 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,863	Pull up Torque on your cell phone and read the code. Try doing a reset. I can't believe everyone doesn't have this... if they own a phone. __________________ --------------------------- Currently in my Garage: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible \| 1980 Corvette Stingray \| 1981 Firebird \| 1968 El Camino \| 2007 Crown Vic Police Interceptor \| 2001 Silverado \| 2001 Blazer \| 1965 Chevy C-10 \| 2007 Harley Softail Custom \| 2013 MX-5 in Copper Red Mica \| 2000 Corvette Convertible \| 2010 Corvette Grand Sport \| 2006 Audi A3 Turbo \| 2008 BMW 328i