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Vehicles nowadays are equipped with a bevy of high-tech features that can be immensely helpful in alerting drivers about potential problems that could leave them stranded along the side of the road on a cold, dark night. One of them is the “check engine” light on the dashboard. When it suddenly goes on, it can be alarming, but it could also be minor. Trust the auto technicians at Al's One Stop Auto to know how to get to the bottom of what’s happening under the hood.
The check engine light, which is technically known as the malfunction indicator lamp, is your vehicle’s computer tipping you off that there’s something wrong. Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, that light could be amber, yellow, or orange. It may light up and remain on steadily, or it could begin blinking.
The problems this could signal are wide ranging, from a serious threat to your engine, to a simple issue like a sensor that’s been activated. Some of the most common reasons for the engine light’s activation are: A faulty oxygen sensor; a catalytic converter that needs replacing; a bad thermostat, spark plugs or ignition coils that are worn out; emissions control issues; or something amiss with the vehicle’s fuel injectors. While each of these examples can potentially be expensive, there are some far less serious consequences, like a gas cap that requires replacing.
The most important action you need to take when that engine light comes on is to contact the auto technicians at Al's One Stop Auto for an appointment. Our fully trained experts have the experience and diagnostic equipment to get to the bottom of why that troublesome light is on, and have the solution to get your vehicle back on the road safely. You can trust us to deliver honest, first-class customer care, and we’ll never upsell you products or services you don’t need. Contact us today for an appointment.