Check Engine Light Diagnostics

Check Engine Light Diagnostics in Raleigh, NC

We Can Tell You Why Your CEL is Lit

Is Your Check Engine Light On?

We all know that heart-clenching feeling that comes on when a warning light illuminates on our vehicle dashboard. Our first question is likely, “Why is that light on?” The answer is sometimes simple. For example, your brake warning light means it’s past time to have your brakes inspected and repaired. However, the check engine light isn’t as easy to diagnose as the brake light. To find out what the issue is behind that light, you’ll want to bring your vehicle to Murphy Sunoco, where our technicians will use state-of-the-art equipment to diagnose the problem that led to the light’s illumination. While normally, a steadily illuminated check engine light should not cause panic or despair, if the light is flashing, you need to bring the vehicle in for service as soon as possible. That flashing light indicates a significant issue with your vehicle. Under nearly all circumstances, it is best not to ignore your check engine light.

Why is your Check Engine Light On?

There are so many reasons for an illuminated check engine light that your best course of action is to bring your vehicle to Murphy Sunoco in Raleigh, NC, for diagnosis. So long as the light is steadily illuminated, you can usually drive the vehicle for a short time without further damage. You can also check your gas cap since a loose gas cap can cause an illuminated check engine light. If you remove and reset your gas cap and the light goes out a short time later, you’ve likely found the cause of the light’s illumination. You may wish to bring the vehicle to the team at Murphy Sunoco regardless so they can run a diagnostic and share any codes that the vehicle computer might still have connected to the check engine light. The check engine light can also be connected to your oxygen sensor, catalytic converter(s), or air intake sensor. When you bring your vehicle to the team at Murphy Sunoco, the technicians will run a full diagnostic and share any resulting error codes with you. The team will also recommend repairs that will not only turn off that light but improve your vehicle’s performance.

Get Your Diagnostics Today

The Murphy Sunoco team is here for you whenever your check engine light–or any other warning light– illuminates. Using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, the technicians will discover the root of the issue and make repair recommendations to get you and your vehicle back on the road as fast as possible. If you have an illuminated check engine light on your dashboard, why not call us at (919) 876-2943 today to make an appointment? Or, if you’re near our 6515 Falls of Neuse Road location in Raleigh, NC, stop in and talk with our knowledgeable service advisors about having your warning light diagnosed and the root cause repaired. We always welcome walk-ins and offer after-hours drop-off and pick-up for our customers who cannot come in during our regular business hours. Our team is looking forward to welcoming you to the Murphy Sunoco family.