There are a ton of possibilities for this light coming on. If your vehicle is running effectively, you’ll likely not feel it’s necessary at the time. Getting professional consultation is the best bet to ensure you’ll get the right information.

The check engine light can be triggered by many things, from a loose gas cap to more serious issues like an oxygen sensor problem. It’s best to never ignore the bright red light that comes on and get it checked out if you don’t want to find yourself in trouble down the road! Plus, even if it turns out that nothing’s wrong, isn’t it great to finally have an answer?

When you know what the issue is and whether it’s worth fixing, you can rest easy in your car knowing that you’re safe and sound! So next time you see that bright red light on, don’t think twice about getting it checked out! After all, you don’t want to be stuck in a jam down the road. Plus, ain’t nobody got time for that! Better safe than sorry–so get it checked out!

Here are some of the potential causes for a check engine light.

 

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAUSES

 

Emissions malfunction – these are hard to detect as a driver. You’ll likely want to spend some time with a professional to gauge how your vehicle is running. Emissions that give off a highly volatile smell, or are inconsistent when the vehicle is running, there’s likely something there for you to work on.

 

Fuel efficiency – If you see a steep change in your miles per gallon, this is likely the cause. There’s a great deal of value that can be made up over time if your engine’s fueling starts running optimally. Do the best you can to identify this early, as this often indicates a larger issue.

 

Ignition issues – Getting the car to turnover is the easiest sign if the vehicle running well/not running well. However, don’t take your time with this one. Get the car in the shop as soon as you can, as these issues often carry over into others.

 

Questions? Give us as call today to learn more. Also, we will ensure your vehicle is running safely on the road, and you won’t have to worry about any other issues sprouting up in the short term. We’re looking forward to hearing from you!