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Lexus of Albuquerque invites you to find out the reason why your Lexus check engine lightcame on.
The check engine light warns drivers of future engine problems or total failure. There are lots of reasons your car’s check engine warning light might turn on. It may be anything from a simple sensor failure, an alert to do maintenance (such as an oil change), or even to be looking for potentially significant problems that may cause engine failure. So, even if the check engine warning light is triggered, it may not be a total catastrophe. However, if your check engine light comes on, you ought to bring it to us for a complete diagnostic inspection. Even if nothing acts broken, getting it inspected can mean the difference between a simple fix and having to replace your engine.
Something as silly as not replacing the gas cap or not tightening it completely could easily trigger a check engine light. A car’s gas cap might need to be replaced during your ownership. Gas caps may have a life expectancy as low as 50,000 miles. If it’s time to replace your gas cap, we highly recommend genuine OEM replacement parts. Parts from Do-It-Yourself stores will work in an emergency, but nothing beats OEM parts.
There are many sensors that give information to the engine to help it run efficiently. However, incorrect readings from components like the mass airflow sensor or the O2 sensors can cause a check engine warning light. If your car seems normal, an old O2 sensor is the most likely culprit. In this situation, it might mean the vehicle is fine, but because the engine isn’t getting the data, it triggers a warning. Even if your vehicle feels fine, you should probably get it diagnosed immediately to rule out any potential larger issues.
Spark plugs are vital to the efficiency of your car’s engine. As the name implies, spark plugs provide a spark of electricity, which then ignites the fuel and causes the engine to run. Spark plugs demand very precise tolerances for peak performance, and if the spark plug gap is wrong, it could trigger a check engine light. Symptoms of old spark plugs include lower fuel economy, slower acceleration, and your engine just doesn’t run smoothly.
Lexus of Albuquerque is one of the best places to get engine repair in the Albuquerque area. We proudly service all makes and models of vehicles. Visit our location online or in person to schedule service and repair for your car or truck. Our friendly technicians are ready to serve you.
