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When to Have Your Check Engine Light Checked

You know that yellow light that looks like an “engine”, or that light that says, “service engine soon” on the instrument cluster panel? We all have seen it flash at us, and it unnerves us. What is wrong with my car? There can be a multitude of reasons as to why the light appeared. But when should you have your check engine light checked? The short answer, anytime it turns on. That light is a warning to you. It is saying, hey driver, something is not quite right and needs evaluation.

That “light”, when addressed, can extend the life of your car. Lucky for you, here at Specialized Truck and Auto, we specialize in car care. We will run a diagnostic report on that “check engine light” to see what caused it to turn on. We will then give you an estimate of the needed repair for you to approve in order to get you safely back out on the road in the quickest amount of time possible.

Trusted Services

At Specialized Truck and Auto, we work on all types of vehicles as well as diesels (Cummins, Duramax, or Ford Power-stroke). Our technicians are trained and ASE certified to evaluate and repair any car system or function. When evaluating your “check engine light”, we will abide by the vehicle manufacturer specifications to ensure that your truck or car is repaired correctly and safely.

Diagnostics

When diagnosing the “check engine light”, we are essentially performing an overall physical on your car or truck. The information retrieved shows not only what caused the light to appear, but also, any other issues your vehicle may be having. The “check engine light” can come on for a variety of reasons including a malfunctioning part, a worn out piece, suspension or tire issues, as well as leaks, overdue oil changes, overheating, or other engine trouble. But, don’t worry or fret, any cause of the “check engine light” illumination can be repaired by our ASE trained mechanics.

Repair

Once Specialized Truck and Auto technicians have discovered the malfunction, they immediately go to work looking for a fix. We will always call and communicate an estimate before performing the repair. We promise to communicate with throughout the repair process. Be assured that our technicians and mechanics will work to repair your auto in a timely manner with your safety being their number one priority.

Our repair work comes with a 12 month /12000-mile warranty. If you own a vehicle with a diesel engine, that is not a problem, Specialized Truck and Auto will provide an overall evaluation and provide any needed maintenance or repairs. We want to make sure we help you diagnose and correct what is wrong and assist you in preventing any further damage from occurring.

So the next time you see that dreaded “check engine light” turn on in your vehicle, don’t despair.

Call us at 281-883-8362 to schedule an auto-evaluation and repair with Specialized Truck and Auto today, your safety and peace of mind depend on it. Please feel free to contact us at our website: specializedtruckandauto.com for further details. We are here to make repairs for you!