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Just go to your local auto parts store and buy a new gas cap. Make sure it is a compatible one. Your current cap is probably not fitting correctly and this will cause it to tell the computer in your car, that it's off completely.

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Q: Your 2001 Chevy Prism's check engine light comes on a lot you have been numerous places and they tell you its the gas cap or the emissions something If you dont get this fixed will your car be safe?
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