could be electric, call the dealership if its still under warrenty have them tow it and fix it... happened to me..
because its a gm vehicle
Turn on the key but don't start the car. Push the gas pedal to the floor and release 3 times. It will now reset.
There are a number of different places to find reviews on the 2005 Chevy Cobalt. One of the best places to start is at a local car dealership, where they offer reviews and user accounts.
Look in your owners manual or turn on the key, ( dont start ) and depress the accelerator pedal 3 times within 5 seconds.
Start with checking the left rear brake light bulb.
It means the ECU has detected a problem with the emissions system. Have the ECU scanned with an OBD2 scan tool which will retrieve the code. This code will tell you where to start looking for the problem.
It was not standard equipment, but it was optional.
2011, I think but it wasn't anything new. Up until 09, it was a cobalt, then Aveo, then Cruze-all the same car
You may have to repeat these steps 1 or 2 times. Turn key on ( do not start ) push gas pedal all the way to the floor and let off 3 times. Then turn key off and then start engine.
It means Evaporative Emission System Leak. Start with the gas cap. A loose gas cap can cause this.
The oxygen sensor(s) , 1 on the exhaust manifold and 1 on the catylitic convertor commonly go bad causing the ses light to come on, Makes them had to start also.
If you go through AAA and have their rv plus its only $90 to make a key that will start your car.