Car diagnostics in Moolap, Geelong
A warning light tells you something is wrong, not what. We scan the car, test the fault and explain it in plain English.
How we find the fault
Scan
We read the fault codes and live data stored in the car's computers.
Test
A code is a clue, not an answer. We test the part and wiring it points to.
Explain
You hear what's wrong, what it costs to fix and whether it can wait.
Lights you shouldn't ignore
- Engine light, steady: book in soon
- Engine light, flashing: stop driving
- Red oil pressure light: stop now
- Red temperature light: stop now
- Battery light: the charging system has a fault
- Brake warning light
- ABS light
- Airbag (SRS) light
Faults without a light
Plenty of problems never switch a light on. We also track down rough running, stalling, hard starting, poor fuel economy, flat batteries that keep coming back and electrical faults that come and go.
Common questions
Is it safe to drive with the engine light on?
If it's steady and the car drives normally, it's usually fine to drive gently to the workshop. If it's flashing, or the car is running rough, stop and call us.
A parts shop read the code. Why isn't that enough?
A code tells you which circuit noticed a problem, not which part failed. The same code can come from a sensor, its wiring, a vacuum leak or something else, so testing saves you buying parts you don't need.
How much does a diagnostic cost?
It depends how deep the fault is. We tell you the cost of the initial check before we start, and quote any repair separately.