Short in fuel pressure sensor was repaired, however the check engine light turned back on

Tiny
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The check engine light was on, I took to dealer for service; it was a short in fuel pressure sensor. It took 4 hours to be replaced and the check engine light went off. I started the car later and it turned back on. I was told that it is normal it needs to reset.
Friday, June 17th, 2022 AT 3:57 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

If the light went off after the repair, it shouldn't have turned back on. Oftentimes, the codes need deleted or erased after repairs, but if it was off when you got it, it sounds like that was done.

Here is what I need you to do. We need to determine if the same code has returned or if there is a new one. Here is a link that explains how it's done. However, if you take it to a parts store, most will do it free of charge.

Here is the link:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/can-scan-controller-area-network-easy

Let me know what code has set the light to turn on. Also, if you look at your receipt, it should have the original code or codes found. It should start with the letter P followed by 4 numbers.

Take care and I'll watch for your reply.

Joe
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Friday, June 17th, 2022 AT 9:07 PM
Tiny
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Original code was p2635 Chevrolet diagnostic was a short in fuel pressure sensor, they replaced fuel line and sensor. I used my neighbors obd2 showing same code p2635.
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Friday, June 17th, 2022 AT 10:07 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

With your neighbor's scanner, clear the code and see if it returns. If it does, then the manufacturer is responsible for repairing it. If you want, I attached the diagnostics below for this vehicle. Take a look through them and let me know if you are comfortable performing them. Also, be careful because a dealership may give you a hard time if something fails. If they know you worked on it, they could decline a repair.

Let me know what you find or if you have questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.
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Saturday, June 18th, 2022 AT 10:19 PM
Tiny
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I called Chevrolet service this morning, they told me that the computer will reset after a number of drive cycles. I don't know how true that is. Thanks for the help on this matter.
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Monday, June 20th, 2022 AT 5:10 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

If power was removed, there is a drive cycle that goes through to test different circuits. However, it shouldn't turn the check engine light on until something fails; especially since the light was off when you got it and it came back on.

If the vehicle is running properly, entertain their idea. See if it goes off. Hopefully, it will, but since it turned itself back on, I suspect it won't.

Or you could try clearing the code with the scan tool to see if it turns back on. If it does, then suspect the problem still exists.

Let me know what I can do to help.

Take care,

Joe
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Monday, June 20th, 2022 AT 9:44 PM
Tiny
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Car is under warranty taking to Chevrolet again. Thanks for your help.
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Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 AT 9:06 AM
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Hi.

I feel that is a good idea. If you have a chance, could you let me know what is found? I'm interested in knowing.

Thanks,

Joe
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Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 AT 1:36 PM
Tiny
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Will do I got appointment next Wednesday have to wait for my off day.
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Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 AT 1:38 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

Honestly, a day off has to be spent at the dealership. Ugh! Remember, they have three chances to fix it. One down already. If they can't fix an issue with the fuel pressure sensor, it could cause issues that may put you in danger.

If that is the case, after three attempts, you can claim the Lemon Law and force GM to buy back the vehicle.

Let me know if there is anything I can do to help.

Take care and good luck.

Joe
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Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 AT 8:22 PM
Tiny
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Thanks, will do.
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Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 AT 10:51 PM
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Hi,

I don't know why, but I was thinking about your issue. LOL The check engine did come back after they cleared everything, correct? I'm sorry, I was just wondering.

Take care,

Joe
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Friday, June 24th, 2022 AT 7:44 PM
Tiny
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Yes, when I left dealer it was off they cleared it that night it went back on.
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Friday, June 24th, 2022 AT 7:51 PM
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That's what I thought. They didn't fix the problem. They may believe they did, but something different may be causing it.

I look forward to hearing the results.

Take care,

Joe
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Friday, June 24th, 2022 AT 8:55 PM
Tiny
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I go Wednesday, I will update.
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Friday, June 24th, 2022 AT 9:11 PM
Tiny
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Wanted to update you.
I'm really ticked off, I brought car to dealer this morning. I sat there for 3 hours service person told me it's going to be a while they are busy; we will call you with an update. So, I left I called them about 5:00pm and they told me they had not even looked at the car yet. I'm really considering bringing it to a local mechanic I feel they are messing with me because the car is under warranty, and they don't want to be bothered. Maybe I'm wrong.
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Wednesday, June 29th, 2022 AT 2:36 PM
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Hi,

Hang in there. Even if it is a warranty repair, they get paid by the manufacturer. Did they let you know if they can get to it tomorrow?

Let me know.

Joe
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Wednesday, June 29th, 2022 AT 10:42 PM
Tiny
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Yes, told they will so I will be patient you right there.
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Wednesday, June 29th, 2022 AT 11:17 PM
Tiny
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Sound good. Keep me in the loop. I'm interested in knowing what they find and tell you.

Take care of yourself,

Joe
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Thursday, June 30th, 2022 AT 8:38 PM
Tiny
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Nothing so far not as much as a call back yet. Will call them tomorrow.
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Thursday, June 30th, 2022 AT 9:05 PM
Tiny
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Okay, so, when it will come in so they made me pickup car and will call when it comes in
car now is cranking long before it starts.
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Saturday, July 2nd, 2022 AT 12:20 AM

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