Mercedes-Benz of Georgetown invites you to find out why your Mercedes-Benz check engine light is active.
The check engine warning light warns drivers of potential engine issues or even failure. There are many reasons your vehicle’s check engine warning light might turn on. It might be anything from sensor failure, alerting you to perform preventive maintenance, or even warning drivers of potentially significant issues that might contribute to engine failure. So, just because the check engine light comes on, it may not be a total disaster. However, if your check engine light does come on, you ought to bring it to us for a full diagnostic inspection as quickly as possible. Even if nothing acts broken, getting it inspected can mean the difference between a cheap repair and needing to replace your engine.
Something as simple as forgetting to replace the gas cap or not replacing it completely may cause a check engine light. Your car’s gas cap may need to be changed during your ownership. After 50k miles, you should consider replacing your gas cap. If it’s time to replace your gas cap, we recommend genuine replacement parts from the manufacturer. Using parts from big box stores will work in an emergency, but nothing is better than original parts from the manufacturer.
There are many sensors that give info to your engine to help it run more efficiently. However, incorrect sensor readings from components like the MAF sensor or the O2 sensors can cause a check engine warning light. If your vehicle is running like normal, a broken oxygen sensor is the most likely reason. This could mean your car is fine, but since the engine isn’t getting the info, it triggers the warning. Even if your car feels fine, you should probably get it checked out immediately to rule out any potential larger problems.
Spark plugs are vital to the performance of your vehicle’s engine. As the name suggests, spark plugs provide a spark of electricity that ignites the gas and causes the engine to run. Spark plugs demand very exact tolerances for optimal effectiveness, and if the spark plug configuration is too large, it could potentially trigger a check engine warning light. Some symptoms of old spark plugs include diminished MPG rates, less engine power, and an engine that just will not run smoothly.
Mercedes-Benz of Georgetown is one of the best places to get engine repair in the Georgetown area. We proudly service all makes and models of vehicles. Visit our location online or in person to schedule service and repair for your car or truck. Our friendly technicians are ready to serve you.
