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FLcamaroSS · 03-14-2017, 02:28 PM

it makes sense that the engine light comes on after you install a mod to the engine, (I'm guessing) but how to get the light reset on the Camaro?

Mac Arnold · 03-14-2017, 02:41 PM

Disconnect the negative battery cable for a few minutes that should take care of it.

Welker2 · 03-14-2017, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Mac Arnold

Disconnect the negative battery cable for a few minutes that should take care of it.

This ^^^^

Coz3z3 · 03-14-2017, 03:45 PM

Make sure that it's not the mass air meter reading incorrectly. Otherwise you will have to purchase one that can handle the increase of airflow

Gunmetal Speedster · 03-14-2017, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Mac Arnold

Disconnect the negative battery cable for a few minutes that should take care of it.

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Originally Posted by Coz3z3

Make sure that it's not the mass air meter reading incorrectly. Otherwise you will have to purchase one that can handle the increase of airflow

Both of these. Read the code before resetting it!

BIO-HAZARD · 03-14-2017, 06:19 PM

Also clean your MAF sensor .

FLcamaroSS · 03-14-2017, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Gunmetal Speedster

Both of these. Read the code before resetting it!

I read as long as the code was a letter followed by a number it should be good,no?

BubbaSS · 03-14-2017, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by FLcamaroSS

I read as long as the code was a letter followed by a number it should be good,no?

He means to get an engine code so we can get a better idea of what is setting off your engine light

MrChrisLS3 · 03-15-2017, 01:36 AM

code should point to the issue. I'm betting it will be a maf sensor code. First, is to make sure it was re-installed correctly, they are directional.

Second would be, if the filter is oiled, that there wasn't too much oil on the filter. This can cause the maf to set the CEL.

Third is to double check the install of the kit. Make certain everything is good and air tight.

STUNNAH · 03-15-2017, 01:46 AM

Which CAI did you put on???

Gunmetal Speedster · 03-15-2017, 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by FLcamaroSS

I read as long as the code was a letter followed by a number it should be good,no?

That would mean it's a strong MAF sensor which is a good thing, means it should handle the increased flow just fine!

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Originally Posted by BubbaSS

He means to get an engine code so we can get a better idea of what is setting off your engine light

Bubba is right as to what I was referencing. The code that is being thrown may not have anything to do with it being weak or strong so checking to see what code is being thrown can give us a better idea as to why it is coming on.

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code should point to the issue. I'm betting it will be a maf sensor code. First, is to make sure it was re-installed correctly, they are directional.

Second would be, if the filter is oiled, that there wasn't too much oil on the filter. This can cause the maf to set the CEL.

Third is to double check the install of the kit. Make certain everything is good and air tight.

Chris hits the last bit on the head.

If you have a strong one (which it seems you do) airflow shouldn't be a concern. I would recheck everything and make sure it's all hooked up and connected right. Make sure connections are tight and that the MAF is indeed inserted the right direction. While checking those, try and see if maybe the filter was over oiled? Assuming you used one that wasnt a dry filter. If you think this may be the issue, try removing it and cleaning it carefully with MAF cleaner and letting it sit and dry for a good bit. If that's not an issue or you've done that already, the last thing would be to check the code that is being associated with the CEL if there is still one. If you don't have a code reader, your local Autozone or O'Reillys should be able to check it for you for free. Report back here with that code if that's what it comes to and we will take it from there haha. If not, then you're good to go

Which intake did you end up going with?

FLcamaroSS · 03-15-2017, 04:03 PM

I put in the K&n typhoon. Thanks for all the input. I'll head up to autozone and try and get an answer on the code.

FLcamaroSS · 03-16-2017, 12:34 PM

so the code is p0443, evap purge control valve. is that something that gets changed due to the aftermarket intake?

BillGalina · 03-16-2017, 01:11 PM

try checking your gas cap make sure it is there and tight

03-14-2017, 02:28 PM	#1
FLcamaroSS Drives: 2013 Camaro 2ss Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Melbourne, fl Posts: 37 View My Garage	Engine light on after Cai install it makes sense that the engine light comes on after you install a mod to the engine, (I'm guessing) but how to get the light reset on the Camaro?

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FLcamaroSS Drives: 2013 Camaro 2ss Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Melbourne, fl Posts: 37 View My Garage	so the code is p0443, evap purge control valve. is that something that gets changed due to the aftermarket intake? Last edited by FLcamaroSS; 03-16-2017 at 01:04 PM.

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03-14-2017, 02:41 PM	#2
Mac Arnold Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Hampton VA Posts: 58	Disconnect the negative battery cable for a few minutes that should take care of it.

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Coz3z3 Drives: 2015 Z/28, 2015 1LE Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Nevada Posts: 583	Make sure that it's not the mass air meter reading incorrectly. Otherwise you will have to purchase one that can handle the increase of airflow

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MrChrisLS3 Drives: 2018 1SS M6 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Houston Posts: 2,617	code should point to the issue. I'm betting it will be a maf sensor code. First, is to make sure it was re-installed correctly, they are directional. Second would be, if the filter is oiled, that there wasn't too much oil on the filter. This can cause the maf to set the CEL. Third is to double check the install of the kit. Make certain everything is good and air tight.

03-15-2017, 04:03 PM	#12
FLcamaroSS Drives: 2013 Camaro 2ss Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Melbourne, fl Posts: 37 View My Garage	I put in the K&n typhoon. Thanks for all the input. I'll head up to autozone and try and get an answer on the code.