For many people, their car can be essential to their everyday lives. If you are one of those people, then it could be very distressing when your car breaks down without warning.
But then, was there really no warning?
There are certain signs to look out for in your car, signalling that you need to take it in for diagnostics. In this article, we cover some of the largest signs that you need to take your vehicle in for diagnostics.
Your Car Is Making Strange Sounds
There are many reasons why a car would start making unusual noises very few of them are good. If you hear rattling, squeaking, or grinding noises coming from your car, don’t ignore them. It could be a sign that something important has come loose or completely detached. What’s more, this issue could be with your engine, suspension, or even your breaks.
Taking your car in for diagnostics will let you know exactly what that sound was and what needs to be done about it.
Warning Lights
Modern cars come with a whole host of safety measures that most people aren’t even aware of. Among those features, are a series of safety lights that will turn on when the vehicle detects that something is amiss. Unfortunately, many people ignore these lights until it is too late. Don’t be one of them.
Warning lights can indicate an issue with your fuel system, oil, or engine. None of these issues are ones that you should leave to fester. Take your vehicle in for diagnostics before a warning light becomes an expensive repair.
Slow Or Difficult To Start
If your car is slow or temperamental when you are trying to start it, then you should bring it in for diagnostics. Just because, technically, you can still start your car, doesn’t mean that you’ll always be able to.
This issue could come from any number of sources, such as a faulty engine, battery, or fuel system. Also, while many of these issues may begin with you having a hard some starting your car, that’s rarely where they end. Make sure to take your vehicle in for diagnostics and repairs to prevent further malfunction.
Fuel Inefficiency
A sudden drop in fuel efficiency isn’t just an issue for your car, it’s an issue for your wallet and your health. Bleeding fuel in this economy adds unneeded strain to your bank account. A faulty fuel injector or oxygen sensor can cause progressively worse issues for the rest of your car. Most importantly, an increasing amount of very flammable fluid is not where it should be. This makes for an incredible health hazard.
Strange Smells
If you notice any peculiar odours coming from your car, it’s a sign that something is amiss. A burnt odour may suggest a problem with the clutch or brakes, whereas a sweet odour may indicate a coolant leak. If you notice any peculiar odours, take your automobile in for diagnostics to determine the source of the problem.
Strange smells aren’t what most people think of when it comes to mechanical issues, but they are an important sign. A burning smell could be an issue with your clutch or brakes. On the other hand, sweet smells could be a sign of a coolant leak.
Don’t ignore stage smells in your car. If you notice a new and persistent odour, have it checked out by a mechanic. At the very least, your passengers will thank you.
Contact Us
At Darglen Motors, we provide comprehensive vehicle diagnostics at competitive prices. Our qualified, certified, and experienced technicians are ready to put their experience to work for your car. This, along with our use of modern diagnostic equipment and techniques ensures that your car is properly assessed.
Don’t ignore the warning signs that your car needs servicing. Contact us today for more information, quotes, diagnostics, and repairs.
