CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DIAGNOSTICS IN SPRING, TEXAS

THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT: WHAT DOES IT DO?

A SHORT HISTORY LESSON

Did you ever wonder exactly why your vehicle has a check engine light? Perhaps you have, especially if it has illuminated due to something that doesn’t appear to you to be related to the engine itself at all. Long ago, no automobiles had computerized equipment or electronic diagnostic capabilities. Eventually, some manufacturers began implementing such systems, but they were primarily proprietary. That is, the codes and messages were specific to each brand of car (Onboard Diagnostic System or OBD). That all changed, however, in the mid-1990s. To control emissions harmful to the atmosphere, the EPA required that all new vehicles sold in the United States in 1996 and afterward be equipped with the OBD-II system that generates universal trouble codes that are common across all brands. If that sounds a bit overwhelming, you don’t have to worry. The Eagle Automotive & Transmission technicians in Spring, Texas, understand the complex system and can navigate it for you. You’ll find us just down the street from Klein High School at 6975 Louetta Rd Spring , TX 77379 Spring, TX 77379. Use our online scheduler or call us at (832) 559-8912 to make your appointment for check engine light diagnostics.

POTENTIAL TRIGGERS

Even though we have to make a proper diagnosis relevant to your car, we don’t mind sharing a few potential triggers that can cause check engine light illumination. Since the system’s original purpose was to limit emissions, many underlying causes are related to the efficiency of engine performance, the integrity of the exhaust system, and the fuel system. Therefore, sensors that monitor fuel consumption and exhaust output can be blamed. These include the oxygen and mass air flow sensors. Bad components, such as the catalytic converter, can also cause the lamp to come on. Any breach in the fuel system (leak, loose gas cap, etc.) will also generate a warning. Your auto may even perceive an electrical issue as requiring a warning to the driver.

ACCURATE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DIAGNOSTICS

When your check engine light (also known as the CEL for malfunction indicator lamp/MIL) is illuminated, you can count on Eagle Automotive & Transmission for accurate diagnostic services. We’ll connect your vehicle to our OBD-II reader to obtain the trouble code. This tells us the direction in which we should look, but it’s our experience that will help us find and fix the specific issue. We have good news for you! This diagnostic service is free if you approve the estimate for us to make the repairs. We also cover our work with a superior three-year/36,000-mile warranty. Best of all, you can trust us. We’ve spent years building our reputation for reputable service based on our policy of complete honesty about what’s wrong with your vehicle and what it needs.