Q: Check engine light
I have multiple problems with my van I know I should just probably junk it but it was my late Grandmas ,my engine light is on when I go have it read it keeps saying Gas cap I have changed the cap and the pump don't know what else to do ? Also my air bag light is on ? But my back running light on back of driver side, and the break light does not work my light is on in the van for that I have changed the light bulbs and the saugets that doesn't seem to be the problem I checked the wires with this tool and nothing lights up. I can't afford right 130 to get it diagnosed can someone help me please
My car has 1600 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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