ENGINE DIAGNOSTICS AND PERFORMANCE

ENGINE DIAGNOSTICS AND PERFORMANCE

Would you like the peace of mind that comes with knowing that your vehicle is performing at its capacity? While Engine Diagnostics and Performance testing is part of our protocol for some engine problems, it is also something we perform for our customers who want to ensure that their automobile is running at peak performance levels.

YOUR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT:  Tips & Information

Obviously, an illuminated check engine light is an indicator that something is wrong, but as the driver,  it’s impossible to know exactly what it’s trying to warn you about. When or if  your check engine light illuminates, it will either blink or remain constantly illuminated, depending on the problem. A blinking light, or in some cars, a red light instead of a yellow or orange light, indicates a problem that needs immediate attention. 
If your check engine light is on, the first thing we recommend is to check your dashboard gauges and lights for indications of low oil pressure or overheating. These conditions mean you should pull over and shut off the engine as soon as you can find a safe place to do so and contact our team for next steps.
If no additional warnings are indicated and nothing seems to be unusual with the operation of your vehicle, you might want to make sure that your fuel cap is on tight. While it may sound bizarre, a good percentage of the time a loose fuel cap is the cause for the check engine light to come on. If your cap is loose, tighten it and restart your vehicle. Keep in mind that it may take a couple of trips for your check engine light to reset and turn off, even if the fuel cap was the culprit. If it doesn't go off after a couple of short trips, or if you notice anything that doesn't 'feel right" then you need to point your car in the direction of Kellogg and Tyler and get to All American Automotive. One of our technicians will do a thorough inspection and computer analysis of your vehicle and let you know the outcome and your options.

DIAGNOSTICS AND PERFORMANCE TESTING

Cars sold in the US since 1996 feature a built in computer that can be accessed to help diagnose engine problems. Your vehicle's electronic control system monitors the operation of the engine's components and stores Diagnostic Trouble Codes if it receives a signal that is outside normal limits, or if an expected change in a signal doesn't take place. Computer diagnostic tools provide access to these codes. However, the codes are to a trained auto tech like symptoms are to a physician; they help us see what the computer has pinpointed as abnormal, but the ability to determine what additional tests are needed and to interpret both the results of those tests, as well as the computer data, requires a technician with extensive training and experience. The technician team at All American Automotive will combine test results with expert knowledge to accurately identify and recommend repairs to get you back on the road as quickly, safely, and with as little expense as possible. 

Your leading diagnostics and automotive service center since 1972.

For computer diagnostics and repairs, call us or request an appointment online. Wichita area automobile owners have come to expect that our expert mechanics will get the job done right the first time. We offer integrity, professionalism and a genuine interest in auto repair and our customers have kindly offered much praise because we prove it time and time again. We hope you choose All American Automotive as your leading car service center for computer diagnostics services and other auto repair and maintenance needs.
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