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Three Signs Why Your “Check Engine” Light Came On

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If your check engine light pops on, a serious problem might be going on under your hood. That’s why it’s not a good idea not to ignore it. Doing such a thing will lead to even bigger problems.

J&S Auto Repair is your auto repair service in Warwick, RI, that will repair or replace parts on the same day should your “check engine” light reveal something serious. We won’t take anything to chance and will make sure that your vehicle is back up and running in no time.

If you have no idea why your “check engine” light might have popped up, read on, and see if one of these three signs may be the reason why.

1. Spark plugs reaching their end

If your spark plugs are reaching the end of their lifespan (20,000 to 40,000 miles), then your check engine light might pop on, reminding you to replace them. You may not get the message until you get it on the OBD scanner. Switching spark plugs will be easy, and buying replacements are quite cheap.

But if you are in a rush, don’t worry. Just drop off the vehicle at J&S Auto Repair and use one of our loaners for free while we get to work. Your busy schedule never stops, and that’s what our loaners are there for.

If you need a free ride to work or home (and back to the shop), we’ll help you out. It’s what we do for customers and the surrounding communities. Why settle for anything less than the best.

Speaking of the best, the parts you get repaired or replaced are covered under a 5-year / 50,000-mile warranty that is the best in Rhode Island. Not bad for a family-owned and operated auto care shop near West Warwick, RI.

2. Something wrong under the hood

You may have a failing oxygen sensor or a failed catalytic converter (or something else). Either way, something might be wrong under the hood. You can be able to detect the specific problem using an OBD scanner.

Once you retrieve the code and refer to your Owner’s manual, that’s when you need to contact J&S Auto Repair as soon as possible. We fix the problem with the right high-quality parts. Our repair service near Providence, RI, is quick and painless.

3. You forgot to replace the gas cap

We all forget to replace the gas cap at times. And for this reason, we will see that dreaded “check engine” light pop on. You’re scratching your head, wondering why despite it getting inspected the day before.

Did you check the gas cap after filling up? If not, check again. If you lost your gas cap, no problem…you can easily replace it yourself for just $10 to $15.

Don’t ignore that “check engine” light…schedule an appointment now

If you are dealing with a “check engine” light that isn’t going away anytime soon, it may be a sign of something serious. That’s when you need to schedule an appointment with J&S Auto Repair in Warwick, RI. With qualifying repairs, you get a free loaner vehicle for as long as you need it.

Why settle for less than the best? Schedule an appointment by contacting us today!

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