We’ve all seen the dreaded lights on your dashboard come up, the first thing for many people is the same — panic. But most of the time, that panic isn’t all that necessary unless your car isn’t running, right? Well, the answer is sometimes. Of course, there are the situations where you need to be more careful when diagnosing an issue, but for the most part, everything should be OK for the time being. Below are a few lights you might see in your car that would trigger a trip to your local shop or garage to have the issue fixed,

Check Engine

One of the most common things that shows up is the dreaded check engine light. Most of the time, this can pop up without you even noticing a difference in the way your car is performing — but again, this does not mean it’s ok to ignore the situation. Whether it’s a bad spark plug, a misfire or your timing chain, everything needs to be examined before it becomes a larger issue — the smaller the issue, the less it costs.

ABS

The ABS light is another major light that outlines the braking system in your car. Whether you’re experiencing a light pedal or leaking brake fluid, it’s extremely important to have this looked at as soon as possible. Your braking system is an integral part of your vehicle’s function and it’s important to keep it as close to perfect as possible.

Oil Light

An oil light on in your car means one of a few things: either there isn’t enough oil in the car itself, it’s not circulating properly, or something else is very wrong. While this might seem minor, it’s actually extremely important and should be treated as such. Oil is what keeps your engine healthy, so make sure you’re having this checked out as soon as possible to avoid potential damage.

 

Should you need more assistance with your vehicle and it’s maintenance issues, bring it to a reputable shop where you know the work will be of high-quality! In the Southport CT area, there is no better choice.

 

Southport Automotive is Fairfield County’s premier service station for all things Automotive. In business since 1981, we’ve helped get thousands of Connecticut residents back on the road faster, and for longer. To learn more about how we can help your vehicle stay in its best shape, please give us a call at 203-259-3839. For more tips and tricks, make sure to like us on Facebook!