Check Engine Light

Check Engine Light in Sarasota, Florida

Comprehensive Check Engine Light Service

What Is It, Anyway?

If you’ve been driving long, you’ve heard of the check engine light. Maybe you’ve even seen it illuminate in your own car. While you recognize this as a prompting for automotive service, perhaps you’re wondering exactly what the check engine light is. The ASE-certified technicians at JSN Auto Repair in Sarasota, Florida, are glad to explain more about the malfunctioning indicator lamp. The US government has required that all new vehicles sold in this country since 1996 be equipped with the check engine system. It’s designed to provide information about how well your car operates, intending to limit the number of annual auto emissions. In addition, this second-generation system (Onboard Diagnostic II or OBD-II) provides universal trouble codes (as opposed to brand-specific indicators) that help mechanics know what is wrong with your car. When you need check engine light assistance, visit us at 4402 Bee Ridge Rd Sarasota, FL 34233. This convenient spot is located between the major local roads. Make your appointment online or by calling 941-217-8000.

Contact Us

SARASOTA

Location

4402 Bee Ridge Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233

Phone

941-217-8000

Hours

Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm
Sat-Sun Closed

Gathering Information

Fixing the source of a check engine light alert begins with gathering information. Our technicians will connect an OBD-II reader to your auto’s port to obtain a trouble code. This code isn’t the only answer, however. Instead, it tells us where to start. Our knowledge and experience guide us in identifying the exact underlying cause. Often, the culprit is a bad sensor. This is frequently the oxygen sensor, but it can also be another, such as the mass airflow indicator. Also, it can be a bad valve (PCV or EGR). Other problems include a failing catalytic converter, a vacuum leak, or an air injection pump problem. Even a loose gas cap that isn’t sealing correctly can trigger a warning. If the warning light is flashing as you drive, pull over and call for a tow. Your engine is in peril. This is, however, uncommon. Typically, the lamp is steady and solid. This is no emergency. You should schedule an appointment for service as soon as possible, but you can indeed drive to reach our shop.

Your Check Engine Light Repair Specialist

JSN Auto Repair is staffed with ASE-certified technicians who can identify any check engine light issue and genuinely care about you and your car. Since we opened in 1997, we’ve remained committed to providing high-quality, honest service. We’ve also retained our dedication to the community, helping many local charities and churches. Specific beneficiaries include homeless veterans, schools, and teen parents. We also use a non-profit to provide transportation to help neighbors get back on their feet. So if your check engine light is on or you need another mechanical service, we’re here to serve you Monday-Friday 7:30 am-5:00 pm, and Saturday 7:30 am-5:00 pm.