What does check engine light on Chevrolet HHR mean?

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. A message comes across the instrument panel saying motor power reduced; motor shut down. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road and restart the vehicle.

Are there any problems with the Chevrolet HHR?

Other Common Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of Chevrolet HHR Problem Category Number of Problems Engine And Engine Cooling problems 74 Car Stall problems 26 Check Engine Light On problems 20 Engine Shut Off Without Warning problems 10

Why does my HHR throw out the service Traction Light?

My 2011 Hhr has started acting up by throwing out the reduced engine power light, esc light and service traction light. This will happen when in park (when warning up the vehicle) and when im driving. It seems to happen more in cold weather. When it happens it reduces the speed down to 25mph and lurches forward and sounds horrible!

What was the mileage on a 2007 HHR?

The failure and the current mileages were 43,000. The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. A message comes across the instrument panel saying motor power reduced; motor shut down.

Why does the Check Engine light come on and off?

The check engine light comes on and off making it more difficult to get codes. Check engine light came on, all fuel injectors needed replaced. 15,000 later the entire engine needed repaired (separate complaint). The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated.

How can I Reset my HHR engine light?

Sit in the driver’s seat and place the scanner in one hand or on your lap. Turn the ignition key to the “Acc” position (two clicks forward–also known as the key-on/engine-off or “II” position).

Where can I get a 2007 Chevrolet HHR owner manual?

Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 15865148 A First Printing©2006 General Motors Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 3 How to Use This Manual

Why is the check engine warning light on?

The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the number three cylinder had misfired.

What’s the failure mileage on a 2007 HHR?

The failure mileage was 32,000. The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Hhr. The contact stated that the speedometer displayed incorrect readings, the steering wheel would become difficult to turn, and the vehicle would stall. In addition, the check engine light would illuminate on the instrument panel.

What should I do if my HHR engine light is out?

Turn the ignition of the HHR off if the light is out, and unplug the scanner. If the light did not go out, repeat the process. If the light remains on, chances are the code is a “hard” code. This means that something major could be wrong with the HHR and should be serviced as soon as possible.

When to see the electronic throttle control light?

The only other time you should see the electronic throttle control light is when you turn on your vehicle. At this point, your vehicle is completing a system check, and when everything checks out, the light should turn off.