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Does CEl caused by gas cap reset itself ?

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by switchman2, Dec 20, 2023.

  1. Dec 20, 2023 at 6:53 PM
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    Hello folks,
    CEL came on today, removed aftermarket locking gas cap and reinstalled original cap. Its the first time seeing CEL after locking gas cap installed 2 months ago but car has been sitting in driveway for 3 1/2 weeks now (away on travel).
    I drive it for approximately 60-70 miles but CEL is still on.

    I take it it won't reset itself ?
    Dealer trip to reset ? (I don't have obd tool)

    I know the stories about aftermarket gas cap, decided to put locking gas cap 'coz we would be away from home for long time. I live in good neighborhood but there's always a chance on bad elements coming around good areas.
    Appreciate your kind responses.
     
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    If you don’t have a OBD scanner, disconnect negative battery cable for about 30 minutes and you will be good if the problem is/was the gas cap
     
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    Great, I'll try the battery disconnect in the am.
    Thanks to all.
     
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    When the problem is fixed the light will shut off.

    If you clear the code and the problem still remains the light will light again
     
    Bivouac09, Dec 22, 2023
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    Did it work? Or, did the light come back on?
     
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    Its cleared.
    Took it to dealer as it was on my way to my daughters house, former coworkers son took it in right away. He says it usually clears within 5-10 shutoff/start if its just gas cap issue. I said I've driven it for more time than 10 shutdown/starts so reset was all that was needed.
    I wish I had time to prove the battery disconnect but I threw away the locking gas cap and don't want a repeat of this issue.
    All is well now and thanks again to all assistance. That's what makes forum like this shine !!!
     
    switchman2, Dec 22, 2023
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    Did the tech do something or did it clear on its own after all?
     
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  9. Dec 22, 2023 at 1:23 PM
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    Yes, tech did a reset.

    Got a bonus work done also, windows down after unlock is now activated.
     
    switchman2, Dec 22, 2023
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    I had that happen on 4th gen. Bad cap, stopped clicking when tightened. CEL went out as soon as I got new OEM cap on.
     
    MAXIM, Dec 27, 2023
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