"Service Engine Soon" - AHHH, what am I doing wrong?
08-31-2009, 06:59 PM
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Like I said, get the code(s) read at AutoZone etc., come here, post what the code(s) is/are... then you will know a lot before actually going to the dealer... in case they try to pull one over on you saying you need new headlight fluid or something. 
08-31-2009, 09:35 PM
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Okay guys... I thought it was for my own peace of mind, but this is for yours. 
So, it was the fuel cap. They said it would have gone away in another few days. I did pitch a little bit of a fit because I had only had the car 5 days, so they looked at it immediately and got it back to me in about 20 minutes.
So, it was the fuel cap. They said it would have gone away in another few days. I did pitch a little bit of a fit because I had only had the car 5 days, so they looked at it immediately and got it back to me in about 20 minutes.
09-01-2009, 08:08 AM
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Okay guys... I thought it was for my own peace of mind, but this is for yours. So, it was the fuel cap. They said it would have gone away in another few days. I did pitch a little bit of a fit because I had only had the car 5 days, so they looked at it immediately and got it back to me in about 20 minutes.
So, it was the fuel cap. They said it would have gone away in another few days. I did pitch a little bit of a fit because I had only had the car 5 days, so they looked at it immediately and got it back to me in about 20 minutes.
09-01-2009, 09:33 AM
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How do you know what state he lives in? Maybe his state does not take as long as New Jersey. For example, Arizona can get your plates to you in one week.
Resetting has nothing to do with the miles you've driven. It has to do with the number of driving trips. After a minimum of three driving trips (5 miles or more), the system will reset itself. Driving 100 miles in one trip will not reset the system. Also, turning the ignition off and on every block or two will not reset the system.
The computer memory will store the code, whether you turn the light off by resetting or not.
P.S. Sorry. I didn't read the posts after this original post. The multiple trips clearing the gas cap was the right call. I just had to respond to this post with all incorrect information. My lack of self control, I guess.
Make an appointment ASAP. If it hasn't gone off by now with all the miles you've driven since checking the cap, I doubt it's the gas cap.
Don't clear the light either. The technician is going to need it on to see what the problem is.
P.S. Sorry. I didn't read the posts after this original post. The multiple trips clearing the gas cap was the right call. I just had to respond to this post with all incorrect information. My lack of self control, I guess.
09-01-2009, 11:29 AM
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Resetting has nothing to do with the miles you've driven. It has to do with the number of driving trips. After a minimum of three driving trips (5 miles or more), the system will reset itself. Driving 100 miles in one trip will not reset the system. Also, turning the ignition off and on every block or two will not reset the system.
09-01-2009, 11:35 AM
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At 500 miles or so engine light came on.
Used portable reader to look it up and got code P0456. checked the gas cap and looked okay. Reset the code and the next day engine light came back on.
So I took it to a dealership and I was told that this is due to gas cap and already replaced 5 other G37s.
Been over 150 miles and so far no engine light.
Used portable reader to look it up and got code P0456. checked the gas cap and looked okay. Reset the code and the next day engine light came back on.
So I took it to a dealership and I was told that this is due to gas cap and already replaced 5 other G37s.
Been over 150 miles and so far no engine light.
09-01-2009, 11:40 AM
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Actually they did more than simply replaced gas cap. Dealer performed EVAP system check for leaks and pressure test. Also received free car wash. Service was top notch.
I will say this, no matter how minor problem maybe "Service Engine Soon" ruins the feeling of new car ownership especially for first time Infiniti buyer.
I will say this, no matter how minor problem maybe "Service Engine Soon" ruins the feeling of new car ownership especially for first time Infiniti buyer.
09-01-2009, 02:15 PM
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09-01-2009, 04:46 PM
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The more info you have, the better IMO.
OP, glad you got it all resolved though!
09-01-2009, 04:46 PM
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I have the same problem for days now... Looks like I will have to do a walk-in today since it's my only day off of work. Gah.... such a pain in the neck and the dealership is a good distance from my house!
09-01-2009, 07:28 PM
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1. How do you know what state he lives in? Maybe his state does not take as long as New Jersey. For example, Arizona can get your plates to you in one week.
2. Resetting has nothing to do with the miles you've driven. It has to do with the number of driving trips. After a minimum of three driving trips (5 miles or more), the system will reset itself. Driving 100 miles in one trip will not reset the system. Also, turning the ignition off and on every block or two will not reset the system.
3. The computer memory will store the code, whether you turn the light off by resetting or not.
2. Resetting has nothing to do with the miles you've driven. It has to do with the number of driving trips. After a minimum of three driving trips (5 miles or more), the system will reset itself. Driving 100 miles in one trip will not reset the system. Also, turning the ignition off and on every block or two will not reset the system.
3. The computer memory will store the code, whether you turn the light off by resetting or not.
2. I know, it's called 3 trip logic, but there is also a thing called drive cycle. If there car goes enough miles to complete the drive cycle, the light will go off if it doesn't detect the problem. I had the same gas cap issue on my Elantra (which is also 3 trip logic) on a road trip and the light went off after several miles without any key cycles.
3. False! If you clear the code manually or disconnect the battery, all traces of the code will be gone. The only way there will be any memory of the code with the MIL off is if the computer turns the light off on its own or if the code is pending and hasn't set the light yet!
Takes 5 minutes to go to AZ for them to read the code. I just think it's worth it to have as much information about your car as possible. It won't be under warranty forever. Let's say your car (warranty) is throwing P1283... you get it fixed... but a few years down the road, that same code pops up again, except this time, after your warranty runs out... Ouch.
The more info you have, the better IMO.
OP, glad you got it all resolved though!
The more info you have, the better IMO.
OP, glad you got it all resolved though!
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