When owning an Audi, you expect amazing engine performance combined with a high safety standard. When these things are diminished because of an issue with your car, it can be incredibly frustrating. By keeping your car healthy and getting the necessary repairs, you can improve the lifespan of your car and its internal structures, keeping you safe on the road and enjoying the drive.
There are many reasons as to why a check engine light would come on in your Audi. This warning light has a plethora of major reasons to illuminate, but it could also be a very easy fix. Sometimes, the check engine light illuminates simply due to a loose fuel cap. Being able to recognize this is important to the integrity of your Audi.
If a driver assumes the light is only on for a simple issue like a loose gas cap, but there is a deeper problem, it can eventually cause additional internal damage that can lead to costly repairs. However, this article aims to help you identify a loose fuel cap, how to keep this problem from happening again, and where you can have your Audi serviced.
How to Identify and Fix a Loose Fuel Cap in Your Audi
One of the main reasons your check engine light comes on is a loose fuel cap. This tricks your car into thinking there is an issue with the engine because it notices that fuel vapors are escaping your car. When the check engine light comes on, the first thing you should do is pull over in a safe area and double check that the fuel cap is tightly closed. Often when the cap is loose it was simply because you rushed out of the gas station without it fully closed, making this a very simple fix.
Thankfully, with this kind of issue there is no threat to safety. A loose or missing gas cap will not let fuel escape. Cars, including your Audi have a built in valve that stops fuel from flowing out of your tank. There is also no risk of fumes coming into the car or causing any damage to your Audi’s engine. However, your Audi’s sensors can pick up on the vapors; hence the warning light.
The Dangers of an Ignored Warning Light
Though a loose or missing gas cap does not cause direct damage, it may make the driver ignore the check engine light, assuming it’s because of a missing cap. This is why it is important to tighten that cap or go get a replacement. Without doing this, a more serious issue may be able to fly under the radar and cause damage to your Audi.
To rule out more serious issues with your Audi and to get that annoying warning light to finally shut off, it is important that you take your Audi to the shop for a replacement cap at your earliest convenience.
DART Auto for Audi Repairs and Service
DART Auto specializes in servicing Audi’s and other German car brands. We prides ourselves on being able to provide 
dealership-quality repairs without the outrageous costs and stressful dealership experience.
To ensure that each and every customer is satisfied, DART Auto provides a 3-year/36,000 mile warranty. We understand that a trip to the repair shop can throw off your entire day, so we offer loaner cars so that your busy schedule does not have to be compromised.
To make your repair process as quick and easy as possible, we offer online booking so that you can request an appointment right from your couch. DART Auto’s website also offers a blog to help answer questions you may have about your services or business.
DART Auto is located in Denver, Colorado and is dedicated to servicing the broader Colorado area. These areas include Englewood, Littleton, and Centennial, CO. We understand that your car is more than just a machine. It’s a source of joy and a needed tool in your day-to-day life, and will treat your Audi as such.
If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to check out DART Auto’s blog or give us a call. Let us get you back on the road safely with confidence behind the wheel of your Audi.
