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check engine light, Hamburg, NY, March 09, 2011, 13:22

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I checked with auto zone and they put the meter on and it indicated a code 411. I then took the car to the Chevy dealer and the tech said that it was an emission problem and that I would have no problem driving it to the airport. He said it would only affect my gas mileage but to make an appointment when I returned. I understand that if the light is flashing, it is more serious.

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  Superbob March 09, 2011, 13:42
  

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  I agree, but you won't pass an emission inspection with the light on or maybe due to the fault. Don't worry about that particular diagnostic code as far a reliability, but I recommend you get it fixed soon. if the light is flashing, it means that there's a condition detected that could cause imminent damage to the catalytic converter.
  If you want to find a specialist, here's a directory link for you:
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  check engine light, March 10, 2011, 12:47
  

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  Thanks for the information. I plan on only driving the car to the airport and back (about 40 mile round trip) and when I return I will take it in for service.
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