Check Engine Light
Check Engine Light Repair
Your vehicle's check engine light can appear for any number of reasons, and Acura of Oakville is here to fill you in on some of those reasons and how to proceed accordingly. If you're based in or around the Oakville, Ontario area, find out what your check engine light means below before contacting our Service Department for an appointment, whatever your vehicle maintenance needs may be.
Common Problems That Prompt Your Check Engine Light to Appear
A check engine light can stem from a variety of potential issues, beginning with something as simple as a loose gas cap. If your gas cap isn't the issue, the problem may lie somewhere in your vehicle's exhaust or fuel systems, or even in the engine itself, in which case we strongly suggest bringing your car to our Service Centre for inspection and diagnostics, as this will help us address the issue before it becomes serious and saddles you with hassles and hefty expenses.
If your check engine light is flashing, then odds are your vehicle is experiencing some more serious issues. Firstly, pull over and run some quick checks. Start by looking for any other alerts on your dashboard, such as an overheating engine or coolant, then have a look underneath your vehicle for any potential leaks. Lastly, be sure to look for any smoke that may be coming from under your hood or elsewhere. If your vehicle is indeed having this kind of trouble, we recommend erring on the side of caution and having it towed directly to our Service Centre. Your car will be in trustworthy hands, as our technicians will run all the necessary diagnostics before treating your vehicle to the care it needs, and our Parts Department will supply any needed components from its comprehensive inventory.
For more information regarding vehicle maintenance, car safety, fuel efficiency, or anything in between, contact us at Acura of Oakville, and our staff will be thrilled to fill you in on how to keep your car in peak form for the long haul.