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Old Aug 16, 2011 | 09:34 AM
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This is coming on when temp gets around 210-215. Usually BRAKE light is illuminated also. Any suggestions?
 
Old Aug 16, 2011 | 10:39 AM
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service vehicle isnt the same as a check engine light which is what your scanning check all you fuses... and whats going on with the oil pressure???
 

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Old Aug 16, 2011 | 10:41 AM
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Time for oil change and reset oil change timer. Your engine is happy (for now)
 

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Old Aug 16, 2011 | 10:44 AM
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What year did they start having that service light? I don't recall having it on either my 94 or 96.
 

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Old Aug 16, 2011 | 11:36 AM
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What year & model Camaro? You may have a scanner not compatible with your model year. Also, most scanners do NOT scan ABS codes, so you need to visit a shop to get those codes.

Have you checked your coolant levels and condition lately? Thermostat is ok? Cooling fan(s) coming on?
 
Old Aug 16, 2011 | 07:01 PM
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I belive the Service Vehicle light first came in 1998 or maybe 1999. This is not a check engine light but is a reminder to change oil and do other maintenance items.

To reset the "OIL CHANGE" light, press and hold the "TRIP/OIL RESET" button on the instrument panel for 12 seconds. When the light flashes and then goes out, the system is reset.
 

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Old Aug 16, 2011 | 08:23 PM
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curious, what year model is the Camaro
 
Old Aug 16, 2011 | 09:06 PM
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I have a 98 and I don't have the reminder
 
Old Aug 17, 2011 | 10:26 AM
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Lol... all ur concerns from a simple pic.
It's a 99... and the oil pressure is that way cuz of mechanical guage I installed. The oil and coolant are fine, just did a cam in it so its good. It's been doing this for a while now. Fans r fine. It won't be on when its cool.. it happens usually when I turn the car off and the car sits. I can usually restart the car and it shuts off. Just wondering if its something peeps r familiar with. I'm thinking its the temp sensor.
 
Old Aug 17, 2011 | 11:46 AM
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Reset the lamp as I indicated above. It is a service reminder lamp that needs to be reset every time the oil is changed, otherwise it keeps complaining. Check your user manual.
 



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