Why does the check guages light come on?

Like JC327 said, when the gages go wacky on you or read high or low, that will light up to draw your attention. Check guages light comes on if you are overheating, have low oil pressure, low voltage, etc. It is alerting you to look at your guages and see what is wrong.

What causes the fuel gauge to go empty?

If truck is stationary for several seconds fuel gauge will display empty even though it is not. Not a major problem but definitely a symptom.

How does the fuel gauge work on a Chevy Silverado?

The low fuel light came on and the fuel gauge read empty right after I filled the tank. Then, very slowly, the needle on the fuel gauge started to rise, and after about 15 minutes of driving was finally registering what seemed to be the correct amount.

When did my Chevy Silverado cluster gauges go haywire?

I bought this 2001 Chevrolet z71 4×4 on Sep 10 2013. I got a good deal on it if I can fix the problem. All the gauges are dead, no function. The security light flashes 5 time then the battery light will flash once. Then repeat. I have no odometer lit at all.

What does warning light ” check gauge ” mean?

When you notice the Check Gauge light is on don’t panic. Pull over to a safe spot, well lit at night, and look over the dashboard gauges. One of the other gauge lights should be lit. That will be what the Check Gauge light was warning you about.

Where is the check gauge on a car?

The Check Gauge light is located on the dashboard. This area is also known as the instrument panel. How the dashboard looks and what gauges are included will vary by the type and brand of vehicle you are driving. Gauges that usually make up the panel watch the amount of oil, gas and battery power, in addition to the engine.

What should I do if my car gauge is not lit?

Serious problems might require a immediate towing and service. If no other gauge is lit, consider having your vehicle checked out by a certified mechanic to see if there is some sort of problem with wiring. There may also really be a problem with the car that is not showing up properly.

What do the gauges on the dashboard mean?

This area is also known as the instrument panel. How the dashboard looks and what gauges are included will vary by the type and brand of vehicle you are driving. Gauges that usually make up the panel watch the amount of oil, gas and battery power, in addition to the engine.