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Silva Enthusiast

Silva

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Just a thought - is your gas cap on tight?

 

Yeah checked the gas cap the day the light came on.

 

Doesn't the 2014 come with 'x' months of OnStar for free? OnStar should show TPMS info in the DIC and diagnostic info at the OnStart Web page for your truck.

 

I didn't even think to try that. Its definitely worth a shot. Thanks for the help.

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nards444 Senior Enthusiast

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I wouldnt be getting my panties into much of a wad yet. Tire pressure whatever, thats the dealer or really the operator should check that weekly if you want to get technical. On top of that I know dealers are supposed to do this and that, but as buyer and knowing people are human, if you dont check the fluids among other things before walking away, well I would say blame yourself. Now for the check engine light, who knows be interesting to see. Is the gas cap off, ???? lots of stupid little things. I would get past the lights and see what happens before you get to twisted about it.

Test Alpha Enthusiast

Test Alpha

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I hope you get your issues resolved, hopefully just minor annoyances! I'm still "rooting" for GM, especially since I have two 2014 trucks :)

'01LS1 Senior Enthusiast

'01LS1

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Was thinking if the CEL is on for loose gas cap, that you have to disconnect the battery cables for 20 minutes or so to reset the system?

foghorn23 Senior Enthusiast

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Doesn't the 2014 come with 'x' months of OnStar for free? OnStar should show TPMS info in the DIC and diagnostic info at the OnStart Web page for your truck.

You can push the Onstar button and they can run a scan while the truck is running to pull the code. When I had my problem with the throttle position sensor on the current truck, Onstar identified the problem immediately. They'll tell you what they find before they hang up with you.

SouthernSilveradoGuy85 Senior Enthusiast

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Was thinking if the CEL is on for loose gas cap, that you have to disconnect the battery cables for 20 minutes or so to reset the system?

 

Ya or go to Autozone and get them to reset it with their diagnostic. That way nothing resets in the settings in the DIC.

diannabill Enthusiast

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I had a Toyota Tacoma and in the first year, I had a loud squeaky AC blower motor replaced twice, a leaking oil seal gasket on the timing chain and a squeaky real leaf spring. Toyota is always lauded for thier quality, I haven't had any worse luck with my Silverado than the Toyota.

 

 

Hey Steve - I also had that squeaky blower motor issue with my Tacoma. When I went in for my regular service and just started to mention that it was squeaking, the service guy pretty much finished my sentence and said yeah it's definitely a known problem. BTW hope all's well with you.

DanMan_S Enthusiast

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Put a piece of black electric tape over the "Check Engine light" problem solved....all kidding aside, the TPMS light is probably just due to a tire being low if it's been cold in your area. Call your salesman since your truck is so new and let him know of the issue, he can probably get you in and out in no time as opposed to having to wait for a Service appointment. Hopefully it's a real simple fix. I don't think this is an indication of the overall quality of these trucks. I had a Toyota Tacoma and in the first year, I had a loud squeaky AC blower motor replaced twice, a leaking oil seal gasket on the timing chain and a squeaky real leaf spring. Toyota is always lauded for thier quality, I haven't had any worse luck with my Silverado than the Toyota.

 

 

 

 

We also need to keep in mind that Toyota has some horrendous frame rust issues:

 

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redwngr Senior Enthusiast

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Was thinking if the CEL is on for loose gas cap, that you have to disconnect the battery cables for 20 minutes or so to reset the system?

CEL will go out on it's own after a couple cycles if it was gas cap.

 

From OM:

The following may correct an
emission control system
malfunction:
. Check that the fuel cap is fully
installed. See Filling the Tank on
page 9-66. The diagnostic
system can determine if the fuel
cap has been left off or
improperly installed. A loose or
missing fuel cap allows fuel to
evaporate into the atmosphere.
A few driving trips with the cap
properly installed should turn the
light off.
spectaculous Enthusiast

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I'd hate to see how you'll feel when an actual issue arises!

 

The TPMS did exactly what you should hope it would do- warn you that you have low pressure! First vehicle I've had with it and I'm impressed at how much temperature affects tire pressures and that I can actually get a warning to get to somewhere safe to change a flat. Pull the panty out of them cheeks for that one...

 

And then a check engine light. Again, someone said it best that really all it says is that your truck had an anomaly. Could be serious, but most times it is a fairly minor issue.

 

You need to readjust your reaction to these alarms. These could happen to ANY brand of truck. There are serious birth flaws some of the 14s had and your two instances are non issues as far as I'm concerned...

Jsdirt Senior Enthusiast

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Given GM's track record the past 18 years, you can COUNT on more issues coming. Stay tuned.

 

My '07 was the first ... and LAST new vehicle that will ever sit on this property. Not worth the electronics headaches, the chinese ball joints, brake rotors, interior components, and faulty wiring.

 

When mine finally croaks I'll buy a vehicle built in a time when manufacturers gave a s*** about customers.

 

To the OP - good luck. Sorry to say, your gonna need it ...

Colossus Senior Enthusiast

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Don't go having the codes reset at some parts store. There is a warranty for a reason. Take it in give them a chance to make it right for you. If the CEL is not flashing then you are safe to drive it to the dealership. Give them a chance.

SouthernSilveradoGuy85 Senior Enthusiast

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Don't go having the codes reset at some parts store. There is a warranty for a reason. Take it in give them a chance to make it right for you. If the CEL is not flashing then you are safe to drive it to the dealership. Give them a chance.

 

The only reason I say to get the code reset at a parts store is to see if the gas cap was the reason since he said he hasn't noticed any performance difference. If it comes back on then ya take it in.

DanMan_S Enthusiast

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The only reason I say to get the code reset at a parts store is to see if the gas cap was the reason since he said he hasn't noticed any performance difference. If it comes back on then ya take it in.

 

He doesn't have to get them reset, just have the codes read so you can see what's going on. Any of the code readers I've used allow you to view the codes without clearing them. Find what the error code is, google it, if it's nothing serious, get them cleared, if it is serious, take it in.

 

And as stated earlier, if the light isn't flashing, then it's a historic code (it's not currently occurring).

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