Thursday, April 13, 2017

UNDERSTANDING WHAT THE FOUR MOST COMMON LIGHTS ON YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEAN #4

BATTERY LIGHT - Historically, the battery light comes on when the engine is failing to adequately charge the battery; however, the light may illuminate on newer vehicles when the condition of the battery suggests there may be another problem with the charging system.  If you ignore this light, the vehicle will eventually stop functioning due to a loss of charge.  It's important to note that you shouldn't run out to your nearest parts store for a new battery at the first sign of a battery warning light, since just replacing the battery will not solve the problem in many cases.  Your vehicle's charging system needs to be inspected by a professional to determine the root cause of the battery drain.

Is this light illuminated on your vehicle's dashboard???  If so, call The Auto Analyst, your Placerville one stop auto repair shop, at (530) 621-4591 or schedule an appointment online at www.theautoanalyst.com for testing of the charging system.

Thursday, April 6, 2017

UNDERSTANDING WHAT THE FOUR MOST COMMON LIGHTS ON YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEAN #3


ABS LIGHT - People who have an anti-lock brake (ABS) light illuminated on their vehicle might be tempted to continue driving with it on since the brakes may appear to be functioning properly.  The reality is that this light is activated when the ABS brakes experience a problem that could negate their use.  if your ABS system isn't working as it should, you're at a greater risk of losing control of the vehicle and suffering a crash.

The most common cause of ABS lights is a malfunctioning wheel speed sensor or a worn wheel bearing that contains the wheel speed sensor.  Other causes could stem from malfunctioning sensors or issues with the device that controls the brake pressure.  You will need to have the system diagnosed to determine the origin of the problem first to know what is causing the ABS malfunction.

Call The Auto Analyst, your local Placerville one stop auto repair facility, at (530) 621-4591 today to schedule an appointment or visit our website www.theautoanalyst.com to schedule online.