You’re driving around Virginia Beach and minding your own business, when all of a sudden, a light pops on your dashboard. It often looks like the outline of a car’s engine, or it can say “Check Engine” next to it. Yes, this is the dreaded Check Engine Light, and here at Hall Honda Virginia Beach, we know that this light can mean a variety of different things.
If your Check Engine Light turns on, your best route of action is to take your car to our Honda service center, where our mechanics will diagnose why the light is illuminated.
Reasons for the Check Engine Light to Turn On
The car’s check engine light is an important part of the diagnostics system. The onboard vehicle computer will illuminate the warning whenever it detects that there is a problem with the powertrain (engine, transmission, and related components) that could increase tailpipe emissions. Getting more specific, these are common reasons for the light to illuminate.
- Engine problems: Obviously, engine problems can trigger the check engine light. A control module monitors engine operation via a collection of sensors. When it detects an issue, it turns on the check engine light.
- Transmission problems: Your Honda car’s transmission manipulates engine power and transfers it over to the drive wheels. Because these two assemblies work together closely, a problem with the transmission can increase tailpipe emissions.
- Modules and sensors: Modern vehicle powertrains are controlled with an array of sensors and modules. If there is something wrong with these sensors, it could trigger the check engine light.
Schedule an Appointment Soon
Diagnosing a check engine light on your own is difficult without specialized equipment, much like the technology we have here at our Honda dealership. Instead, visit our Honda service center to have a professional look at it.
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