Hello everyone!
I've been frequenting these forums for the last couple of weeks as I had purchased a 2006 Aveo5 LT from a private seller last Friday, I was hoping to have some decent pictures to introduce myself and my Aveo, but unfortunately my CEL came on today and I am prompted to ask for some advice!
So, my Aveo has just over 100,000KMs and has a clean history with only one previous owner. It is in excellent condition and drives beautifully! This afternoon, I had noticed that the Check Engine Light had suddenly come on. There is no visible or audible difference in how it drives. It still feels the same as when we got it and I have checked to make sure the gas cap is securely tightened, but have not had a chance to attempt to disconnect the battery to clear the CEL.
Barring any new obvious suggestions that I have overlooked, I know that ultimately I will need to get the code to get any advice from you folks, but I am curious to know if anyone knows of any particular places that would do a diagnosis for free? I live in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, so any places that would be available in my are would be handy to know. Alternatively, in order to save money , I would be willing to purchase what I need to get the code myself. The problem is that I don't know exactly what I am looking for when it comes to OBD-II scanning equipment. I have seen simple serial-to-USB connectors that come with diagnostic software that are relatively inexpensive. Would something like this work?
TL;DR
CEL came on. Everything -seems- completely fine inuding checking the gas cap. I will disconnect the battery tonight. Wondering of any places in Edmonton that could diagnose for free, OR if any inexpensive equipment I can buy to find the codes myself.