January 17th, 2023 by Austin's Pro Max
Check Your Gas Cap First An illuminated check engine light elicits a range of emotions. Some people put a piece of tape over it and pretend it doesn’t exist. While others immediately feel a sense of panic followed by an array of questions. What does it mean? What should I do? How much will this
June 26th, 2022 by Austin's Pro Max
Does Your Car Have Bad Oxygen Sensors? What You Need to Know As a driver, the last thing you want to see as you’re cruising down the highway is the check engine light on your dashboard. However, this indicator is commonly triggered by bad oxygen sensors. But what are oxygen sensors, and how do you
March 7th, 2022 by Austin's Pro Max
A Quick Overview of the Catalytic Converter Your car’s exhaust system contains several components that work together to reduce emissions, muffle engine noise, and a variety of other things. The catalytic converter is one of the most important components of the entire process. Still, few understand what a catalytic converter does and how it pertains
November 4th, 2021 by Austin's Pro Max
What is the Check Engine Light, and When was it Developed? We take for granted how much history there is about automobiles. For example, not many people know the history behind the check engine light in a vehicle. Below, we’ll provide you with a quick history lesson about how this dashboard light came to be.
July 2nd, 2021 by Austin's Pro Max
The Check Engine Light is On, Now What? When the dreaded check engine light turns on, many auto owners are left with a feeling of dread or panic. However, the cause of that fearful dashboard light turning on might be something that’s relatively easy and simple to fix. Continue reading below to find out what
March 15th, 2021 by Austin's Pro Max
Check Engine Lights and Emissions Tests You need to take your car or truck every year for an inspection for roadworthiness and an emissions test in many states. If you have your check engine light on, you should know that you will likely fail the test. While you may be able to drive around even
July 22nd, 2020 by Austin's Pro Max
Costly Check Engine Light Causes When your check engine light illuminates on the dashboard, you may find yourself sweating. It is never a welcome sign. Of course, if you have ever dealt with this light, you probably know that the causes vary significantly. It can turn on because your gas cap is loose or because
August 26th, 2019 by Austin's Pro Max
Your Dashboard Warning Lights Do you know what to do if your check engine light comes on? The first thing to know is what exactly the light means. While you’ll need the help of the skilled technicians at Austin’s Pro Max in Tacoma, Washington to diagnose the specific cause of the warning light, a basic