This depends on what type of check light has come on and what year your truck was manufactured in as advances and changes in design have taken place over the years. Without any more information about where the check gauge light is this could be an alert for a number of things.
Your oil could be at a low level and it is telling you to get the levels topped up. On the other hand, it could also be trying to indicate that the radiator is becoming overheated and needs more coolant added to it. Have a look at other fluid levels too, including the brake fluid. If after checking your fluid levels you cannot see a problem it may be a problem with another part of the vehicle.
Make sure the gas cap has not become damaged or worn. It could also be on loose so make sure you tighten it up until you hear it click. Perhaps one of your battery cables could have become loose too. If you disconnect it and leave it for a few minutes, reconnect it again then.
If trying all the steps above and the light still remains turned on, you should take the car to a mechanic who will be able to locate the problem.
Your oil could be at a low level and it is telling you to get the levels topped up. On the other hand, it could also be trying to indicate that the radiator is becoming overheated and needs more coolant added to it. Have a look at other fluid levels too, including the brake fluid. If after checking your fluid levels you cannot see a problem it may be a problem with another part of the vehicle.
Make sure the gas cap has not become damaged or worn. It could also be on loose so make sure you tighten it up until you hear it click. Perhaps one of your battery cables could have become loose too. If you disconnect it and leave it for a few minutes, reconnect it again then.
If trying all the steps above and the light still remains turned on, you should take the car to a mechanic who will be able to locate the problem.