Diagnosing Check Engine Light Codes

At Crown Volvo Cars, we ensure that your vehicle is always running the way it should. As soon as the Check Engine Light comes on, you want to have our technicians take a look before further damage occurs. Schedule an appointment today in St. Petersburg, FL.

Our Onboard Diagnostic System Services

Modern cars come with an OBD II connector that allows us to plug in a scanner and read what’s going on with the engine and other major systems. With a Check Engine Light service, we can tell exactly what’s going on, letting you know if you are facing something serious or if it’s something minor that can be easily fixed. In some cases, auto repairs won’t be necessary, especially if you simply forgot to put the gas cap back on after the last fill up.

However, there are times when the Check Engine Light is letting you know something serious is going on. With our advanced services, we can ensure the problem is rectified before more damage occurs. For example, if the car needs spark plugs, you can prevent catalytic converter or oxygen sensor damage by having the service performed immediately. Otherwise, you will be looking at a more expensive repair down the road.

Comprehensive Services in One Place

You could have the Check Engine Light scanned at a local auto parts store, but what do they know about your prestigious Volvo vehicle? Instead, you want the factory-trained technicians from Crown Volvo Cars working on your vehicle. When our mechanics scan the codes, we can tell you exactly what’s going on. Additionally, we can provide the fix, so you won’t have to worry about further issues.

The best part about our Check Engine Light service is that it only takes a few minutes to pull the codes. We won’t need your vehicle long to figure out what’s going on. Depending on the fix required, we might need more time for the repair, but that can be dealt with separately. Our team can outline the best path for your particular automotive needs. We can handle the smallest repair from a simple tune-up to something more complicated, such as replacing a mass airflow sensor or repairing the exhaust system. In the end, we won’t just make the Check Engine Light go away, but our repairs can increase engine performance and improve fuel economy, depending on what the problem was.

Top Reasons for the Check Engine Light

When this light illuminates on the dashboard, it can be a multitude of things. However, after all of our years of experience, there are some faults that tend to happen more often than others. For example, the failed oxygen sensors are a common cause for the light to come on. Because these sensors endure extreme heat, they can easily fail. Additionally, the catalytic converter might have gone bad, especially if you haven’t been getting the car tuned up as part of the regular maintenance schedule.

The Check Engine Light can also come on because of an issue with the air intake. The engine must receive the proper amount of air and fuel mixed together for combustion. If any part of this ratio is unbalanced, you will see the light on the dashboard and notice some type of performance issue. The sooner you have it looked at, the more likely you are to prevent larger problems from cropping up.

Taking Care of Your Vehicle

The Check Engine Light is just one indication that your vehicle needs to be looked at. If you are noticing any unusual smells, sounds or vibrations from your vehicle, it’s time to bring it in. Our professional shop is staffed with certified technicians that understand your Volvo. You care too much about this vehicle to take it anywhere else and it deserves the best. Plus, we make service convenient, realizing that your schedule can be quite full. With our pickup and delivery service, you don’t even need to go anywhere. Additionally, we provide service financing if this repair has hit you at a bad time. It’s just one more way we go above and beyond to serve our valuable customers.

There’s never been a better time to visit our shop. We have a team that cares about your needs and our shop is filled with the equipment to complete the job quicker. Schedule your service appointment at Crown Volvo Cars today in St. Petersburg, Florida.