Check Engine Light Diagnostic

The Dreaded Check Engine Light

When lights on our dashboard illuminate, we often tell ourselves we’ll “deal with it later,” and your check engine light should definitely not fall into that category. It could be alerting you of an internal issue that is an easy fix, but if left alone too long, it can lead to serious problems. At Feldman Chevrolet of Novi, we aim to provide not only the best service but also service times that work for your schedules.

What Causes a Check Engine Light to Come On?

Oxygen Sensor: This can cause your vehicle to use a lot more gas than it needs to. In addition to that, the damaged sensors can damage spark plugs and the catalytic converter. Your gas cap is damaged, missing, or loose. This cap is a crucial part of a car’s fuel delivery system and prevents gasoline fumes from leaving the fuel tank. It also assists in keeping the entire system at the correct level of pressure.

Catalytic Converter: When this happens, your car may run at a higher temperature, you may experience reduced fuel economy, and you may not pass an emissions test. Your vehicle’s catalytic converter changes the carbon monoxide generated during the combustion process into carbon dioxide. With regular maintenance, this situation can be prevented, and our certified technicians can make this a part of your regular vehicle maintenance schedule. It is better to maintain the catalytic converter instead of being forced to purchase a new one as it can be costly to replace. Also, regular oil changes can help ensure that your catalytic converter will stray in proper working order.

Mass Airflow Sensor: This can damage our O2 sensor, spark plugs, and the catalytic converter and be the root of more costly repairs down the road.

Spark Plugs: Your car will perform poorly until they are replaced. Our technicians will inspect and replace, if needed, your spark plugs or the spark plug wires during a vehicle maintenance check-up.

It’s always important to pay close attention to your engine light when it comes on. If you experience any of the above signs or just have general concerns, we highly recommend you bring in your car to see our professionals as soon as possible. If your engine light starts flashing, that is an indicator that something major might be affected. Give us a call before driving.

Let Our Factory-Trained Techs Diagnose Exactly Why

Vehicle maintenance can add up and become an overwhelming task to keep up with. Feldman Chevrolet of Novi makes standard maintenance and other services that are needed at routine intervals easy by having factory-trained and certified technicians and highly trained staff ready to provide the quality work needed.

Scanning is the First Step of Corrective Action

Although getting the trouble code from a Check Engine Light Diagnostic Scan is a valuable service by itself, the real value might also be getting access to certified experts to guide you on the next corrective repair service. This is especially true for moderate to major problems that involve entire systems or vital components that are difficult to troubleshoot and repair. For example, if the trouble code signals a problem with the transmission, what will you do? The only realistic option for most of our customers when something significant goes wrong is to rely on a trusted expert to guide them in knowing what to do next to restore peak performance and factory specifications for their vehicle. Our goal is to help you turn off the Check Engine Light, which means we will leverage our training, experience, and equipment to isolate the root cause of the problem and execute the repair needed to get the job done right the first time, every time.

Certified Chevrolet Service

At Feldman Chevrolet of Novi, we think getting your vehicle serviced should always be fast, easy, and convenient. We take the hassle out of vehicle maintenance by providing convenient weekday and weekend hours and easy-to-use online scheduling options and coupons. Our state-certified estimators and technicians will provide you with computerized estimates so that you are involved in your vehicle’s maintenance from start to finish and can approve all services ahead of time. We offer auto services for vehicles of all makes and models and are I-Car Gold certified. We use the latest technology, including state-of-the-art paint booths and frame equipment. We offer free pick-up and delivery for your convenience, along with courtesy loaner vehicles. We also offer direct repair services with most insurance companies and a fast turnaround.

Regular Auto Maintenance and Repairs

Can you remember the last time you changed your air filter or got your brakes checked? If not, then it's time to bring your car down to the pros at Feldman Chevrolet of Novi. Our up-to-date service center is perfectly equipped to handle practically any kind of service, auto repair, or recurring maintenance issues, including brake service, transmission repair, engine repair, tire installation, tune-ups, and oil changes. Whatever service needs your car has, Feldman Chevrolet of Novi is here for you. Be sure to check out our service menu for prices and specials.