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Old 08-07-12, 01:01 PM
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Question VSC TRAC, VSC OFF Engine check errors

I was on the road and got these errors all at once. See attachments. There was ~40C (104F) outside.
I parked the vehicle in a shady area for a bit and all warning are gone.
Since then i did not see again. Does anyone have this kind of experience?
Thanks a lot
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Old 08-07-12, 11:51 PM
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Check you battery volt by yourself or with pepboys. Sometimes a surge or dip could be a probable cause

Probably some gremlins paid a visit !! lol
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Originally Posted by mann777
Check you battery volt by yourself or with pepboys. Sometimes a surge or dip could be a probable cause

Probably some gremlins paid a visit !! lol
Ok, thanks :-)
i'll check and will have to treat gremlins to avoid it in future
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Originally Posted by Vims
Ok, thanks :-)
i'll check and will have to treat gremlins to avoid it in future
You should consider taking your vehicle in to a mechanic and having the error codes read. i had this problem intermitently until the lights where on full time. turns out it was the o2 sensor had failed. not a big deal, but such a "fault" puts the computer in "limp" mode. turns off things like stability, traction control (hence these lights), to avoid any potential damage. without these safety features, you could get into trouble if you stop short and your ABS is not working (due to "limp" mode), etc.
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Originally Posted by gfcipriani
You should consider taking your vehicle in to a mechanic and having the error codes read. i had this problem intermitently until the lights where on full time. turns out it was the o2 sensor had failed. not a big deal, but such a "fault" puts the computer in "limp" mode. turns off things like stability, traction control (hence these lights), to avoid any potential damage. without these safety features, you could get into trouble if you stop short and your ABS is not working (due to "limp" mode), etc.
Yes, I talked to my "little" son (6'6 ) and we agreed to check the error code using OBD scanner
Thanks
Old 08-10-12, 08:39 PM
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all of these lights will turn on any time check engine light comes on. could be something as simple as the gas cap not sealing correctly. most common check engine light on gx. ask for updated part at dealership if gas cap is the cause
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