"Check Gauge" light on dash

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04-19-2008, 10:50 PM

dans02vert

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"Check Gauge" light on dash

I just bought my first 2002 z28, a convertible. After a few days the "check gauge" light came on. Any input on what this typically is related to. Can I fix this myself? Just trying to do some homework before I take the car in to get looked at. thanks!

04-19-2008, 10:53 PM

02StanGT

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RE: "Check Gauge" light on dash

Did it blink some, or did it just come on? If it was blinking, it's usually a "random misfire". If you have an AutoZone near you, they scan it for free. They can give you a code, and we can better diagnose your problem.

04-19-2008, 11:05 PM

dans02vert

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RE: "Check Gauge" light on dash

Thanks, it is on "full" not blinking. It is also low on gas and I've seen some of those other posting related to that issue. I have an autozone within a few miles and will get the code. Thanks

04-19-2008, 11:12 PM

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RE: "Check Gauge" light on dash

Almost empty will light the check gages lite, but should not light the check engine lamp.

04-19-2008, 11:16 PM

dans02vert

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RE: "Check Gauge" light on dash

Thanks, it is definitely only the "gauges" light and not the "engine" light.

04-19-2008, 11:21 PM

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RE: "Check Gauge" light on dash

Thanks Pete. I misread what he said. Reading is fundamental. [&:]

04-19-2008, 11:48 PM

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RE: "Check Gauge" light on dash

Stan, you fail!

The only time that my "check guage" light has come on is when I'm low on gas...of course that usually means I'm sitting in a parking lot cussing at myself for letting my car get that low because now it won't start...

04-20-2008, 02:15 PM

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RE: "Check Gauge" light on dash

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Stan, you fail!

The only time that my "check guage" light has come on is when I'm low on gas...of course that usually means I'm sitting in a parking lot cussing at myself for letting my car get that low because now it won't start...

lol yup. Definently a big no-no. I usually don't let it getbelow 1/4 tank.