1997 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 130
1997 Chevrolet Lumina Manual
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If the LightIs Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: 0 0 Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauledas soon as it is possible. 0 0 If the light stops flashing remains on steady,see "If and the Light Is On Steady" following. If the light continuesto flash, when it safe todo so, is stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the keyoff, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains steady, see "If the Light on Is On Steady" following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your dealer ox qualified service center service. for If the LightIs On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap.The diagnostic system can determine ifthe fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. loose or A missing fuel cap will allowfuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the properly cap installed should turn the light off. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, your electrical system may wet. The condition be will usually be corrected when electrical system the dries out.A few driving trips should turn the light off. 2-56