To fix a check engine light caused by a vacuum leak in a 2004 Impala SS, first, visually inspect all vacuum hoses and connections for cracks, breaks, or disconnections. Use a smoke machine or carburetor cleaner around suspected areas to identify the leak—if the engine idle changes, you've found the leak. Replace any damaged hoses or fittings, then clear the check engine light using an OBD-II scanner. Finally, take the vehicle for a test drive to ensure the issue is resolved and the light does not reappear.
There is a vacuum check valve under the hood at the back of the engine. It is either broken or you have a bad vacuum hose.
It requires a scanner to properly diagnosis a check engine light.
well, check your oil, engine coolant, and your radiator.
A lot of parts stores will check it for free
Check engine is an error. You have to go at a garage to see what is the error code, then correct the problem.
check your timing and vacuum advance and vacuum leaks. from there check fuel delivery system.
Start the engine and spray WD40 on all vacuum connections. When you hear the engine RPMs increase you have found a leak.
First check the vacuum hoses visually then with the engine running, spray carb cleaner at the suspected areas. When you spray a cracked area the engine rpms will increase.
check the engine block casting number
The check engine light will illuminate.
Take a vacuum hose off at the intake manifold and put a vacuum gauge on the port, then read the vacuum with the engine running.
I am sorry but you do not without the proper equipment.