A cap that keeps the gas and gad vapors from escaping from the fuel tank.
loose gas cap
It can. The leaking gas cap is preventing the fuel tank to establish the proper positive pressure levels that the emission systems rely upon to operate correctly. A leaking gas cap will also cause the vehicle to fail its emissions tests. The leaking cap is also putting excess vapors into the environment. Replace that cap ... they are not that expensive.
my light went off when i put a new gas cap on and unhooked the battery 10 min too reset
The gas (or fuel) filler-neck (or tube).
The gas cap warning light on a 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser means that the fuel cap may be loose, missing, or not properly sealed. This can cause a leak in the fuel system, which affects the vehicle’s evaporative emissions system.
Gas Cap is not on tight, or the seal leaks and you need to replace the cap.
find and remove gas cap, fill with gas and replace gas cap.
The gas cap light will go out automatically after you tighten, or replace the gas cap.
Lift the gas cap cover .. Put the key in the cap and turn it...
The gas cap can prevent vandals from siphoning out (stealing) your gas if you have the type with a lock.
You can open the gas cap, on your 2005 mini Cooper, by pulling up on the gas cap lever. You can find the gas cap lever next to the drivers seat, on the left-hand side.
the gas cap is located underneath the license plate bracket the plate usually pull downward to reveal the gas cap
If the Suburban is E85 ready, but the gas cap says to avoid it, then avoid it until a check with a mechanic can be made. The gas cap might be a replacement gas cap if the vehicle was purchased used.
It means that the EVAP system senses a leak in the gas cap, or filler neck. The most common problems that cause this, are a loose gas cap, or a defective gas cap.
Push in gas cap door it will release
To open the gas cap on a 2006 Nissan Armada, first ensure the vehicle is turned off. Locate the gas cap release lever inside the vehicle, typically found on the driver's side near the floor or under the dashboard. Pull the lever to unlock the gas cap door, then simply open the gas cap door and twist the gas cap counterclockwise to remove it.
The gas cap on a Mazda Miata is located on the driver's side of the vehicle. To access it, simply press the gas cap door near the rear quarter panel, and it will pop open. The gas cap itself is a threaded cap that can be unscrewed for refueling. Always make sure to securely close the cap after filling the tank.