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If something is troubling your car, you definitely want to be aware of it. Yet, the sudden and unanticipated outline of the check engine light can create a pit in your stomach. The check engine light is simply a notice that your car has a problem. But what if it starts blinking? Is that better, or is it worse? PURPOSE OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT Before we get into the nitty-gritty, you should probably know more about the check engine light and how it works. Every car has a collection of sensors monitoring different parts. These sensors are constantly communicating with your onboard computer. When the computer detects a problem, it will try to correct the problem. It will signal to you for additional help if it can't fix itself, hence your dashboard warning lights.  The check engine light is unique to all the other lights as it could turn for multiple reasons, which is why it's imperative to take it to an auto repair shop. At the shop, our techs will run a scan for you to ... read more

Most people don't think of fuel injectors when it comes to maintenance, but they play a vital role. Fuel injectors manage fuel flow and fuel going into the combustion chamber to enable the combustion process. Without proper care, the fuel injectors may cause various issues, including electrical problems and clogs/build-ups. Please be alert at the signs of bad injectors so that you act fast: Check Engine Light Comes On One of the issues that can trigger the check engine light to come on or to flash is a malfunctioning fuel injector. When a fuel injector fails, it will enable too much or too little gasoline to go into the engine. The engine control unit (ECU) will then detect the fluctuations of fuel in the motor, and consequently, can cause the check engine light to come on. Rough Idling If you notice an unpleasant noise coming from your motor while you're idling, it may be a warning signal of bad fuel injectors. The noise occurs when particles build up on the injector nozzl ... read more

Did you know that you can get a ticket for a malfunctioning speedometer? Not only would you be risking a speeding ticket with an inaccurate speed reading, but you can get charged for both offenses -- harsh! A speedometer on all vehicles is an important safety feature susceptible to breaking or falling out of calibration. Most speedometer problems lie within the speedometer cable or housing.   The majority of speedometers in our vehicles today are electric. The speedometer cable is fastened to a gear inside the transmission or driveshaft. This cable tracks the rotation through electrical vibrations then translates the duration of the electrical signal into the speed when you are driving. A secondary speedometer cable is connected to a wheel sensor and measures the distance at which your vehicle travels. The speedometer cable sends all this data to the instrument panel and then delivers the information to the speedometer.   On the other hand, the cable housing is a protecti ... read more

  It's always a little uncomfortable and scary buying a used car. Whether you purchase at a dealership or negotiate with a private seller, it's hard to know the vehicle's true history and what it has been through. However, you can still feel confident with your purchase by getting a pre-purchase inspection at Autobahn Auto Repair.   As a buyer, you have every right to seek a third-party evaluation of the car you want to purchase. The automotive service and repair experts at Autobahn Auto Repair can conduct a detailed and complete vehicle examination and provide you unbiased feedback based on what we find. A pre-purchase inspection can inform you if the vehicle is in good shape or if you should be concerned about hidden problems. Our technicians can also spot minor pain points that may not be an immediate problem now but could develop into something later. You'll leave our shop knowing exactly what you need to know before investing in the used automobile. &n ... read more

Your headlights and brake lights are arguably the most important exterior features of your car. The headlights provide a light source for night driving, while the brake lights signal to other drivers when you're stopping or slowing down. For those reasons, these particular sets of lights must always be functioning whenever you drive. Over time, your lights can crack, fog up through water damage, or face an electrical problem. Fortunately, headlight maintenance is generally an easy fix for our technicians. Here are some headlight/brake light care tips that you can follow:   EXAMINE THE LIGHTS The starting step to proper headlight and brake light maintenance is to conduct regular, frequent inspections of the lights. This can be a swift walk-around where you check the lights for any failures, uneven dimness, and other defects. For brake lights, it can be trickier since you'll need an extra person to step on the brakes. If something looks out of order or n ... read more