Saturn Vue 2004 Check Engine Light goes on and off.?

Question

I have a 2004 Saturn Vue; 4 Cylinder engine. the Check engine light keeps coming on and off. I had the state emissions done on it and there was no code stored in the computer system. it has 52,000 miles. I don't want to pay a mechanic $85 and hour to tell me that the gas cap is broken. Any ideas? thanks!!!

Answer 1

The only way is to get a diagnostic done which does cost around $85.00. The diagnostic must be done while the light is on inorder to read the code. If it was on when you tried already than you have to get the code cleared which can be done by yourself. Usually the owners manual has directions in it.

Answer 2

When the light is on, go to a parts store, and ask to borrow a code reader. Then read the code and locate the problem.

If that does not work, your car computer may be malfunctioning. It is not hard to replace.

Isn't the car under warranty? Take it to the dealer and tell them to fix it if it is.