The check engine light is something that you can expect your Toyota to illuminate once or twice while you own it- fortunately it does not have to mean a major repair or a serious problem. While the check engine light can mean real trouble – serious engine problems or failed catalytic converter, there are many cases when the check engine light simply tells you that a routine maintenance was not performed and needs to be done. At Fremont Auto Center we offer comprehensive check engine light diagnostics and repairs.
The perfect example is spark plugs replacement. If your Toyota’s spark plugs are replaced on schedule, no warning lights will come on. But if the spark plugs are well past their prime, eventually they will fail to perform to standard, and the onboard computer will illuminate the check engine light. If the spark plugs are in really bad shape, you may notice engine misfires – and those for sure will cause the check engine light to come “on”.
So if your Toyota turned on the check engine warning light, bring your vehicle to our Fremont auto repair shop to get it diagnosed and repaired. If the light is flashing, you should pull over where it is safe to do so, turn off the engine and have the car towed. If the light is steady “on”, it is usually ok to drive home, then call us to make an appointment. All Toyota repairs performed at our Fremont auto care facility are backed by a nationwide 3 year / 36,000 mile warranty.