What does the Check Engine light mean when it comes on?
The Check Engine light is a very important indicator light. It is an indicator warning you of possible engine running problems, transmission issues or more importantly, catalytic converter damage. If it comes on don’t hesitate to call us right away. Putting it off may lead to serious problems and, if that happens, will generally mean higher repair costs.
In general, a “check engine” light that comes on and stays on indicates that the car needs to be brought in for service, but does not indicate that the situation is an emergency. When the ìcheck engineî light blinks on an off, it may indicate that a more serious problem has developed. If that happens, try to minimize the amount of driving you do and avoid high speed driving or towing until you are able to have it checked. German Autowerks has state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, such as an OBD II Scan Tool, to isolate the problem and repair your vehicle.
