What to do if the Check Engine light in your Jeep Chrysler Dodge Ram goes on?

Long Islanders take their vehicles to the Westbury Jeep Chrysler Dodge Ram Service Center.

If your check engine light is on, it means the Engine Control Unit (ECU -  the computer that controls your car's engine) has found a problem. It  could be as serious as a blown head gasket or as simple as a loose gas  cap. Some common things that can make your check engine light come on  are vacuum leaks, bad oxygen (O2) sensor, sticky EGR valve, dirty fuel injectors, a tank of bad gas, and yes, even a loose gas cap.  Some of the problems that make your check engine light come on are  harmless, but others could cause serious damage to your vehicle.

The check engine light in modern cars is more than just an idiot light as it was once called. Since 1996, all cars sold in the United States have been required to have something called OBD-II in them. OBD stands for On-Board Diagnostics, and it's a standardized way for the engine control computers to report problems. When the check engine light comes on, the system records a code that corresponds to the problem the engine computer experienced. If you look under your dashboard on the driver's side, there's a funny little connector that looks like it belongs to a video game system. That's the OBD-II port, and if you plug in the proper equipment, the computer in the car can tell you what went wrong. The neat thing about OBD-II is that it's ubiquitous. While some manufacturers have equipped their cars with other proprietary diagnostic ports for their specific dealership service technicians, OBD-II is the same on every car. This means that it's easy and cheap for mechanics and do-it-yourselfers to buy what's called a scan tool or use a laptop and some specialized software to connect to the car and download the fault code from the OBD-II system. CarMD is one such service that consumers can buy into and use to diagnose their own vehicles.

To eliminate any question or worry, just take your Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge or Ram to Westbury's Service Center. We are convenient to Garden City, Roslyn, Hicksville and Huntington, Long Island, NY.

We know Long Island!

Our Service Center is uniquely designed to better serve the whole community. We have added more service bays for faster accommodation and an Express Lube Center to make your regular oil changes fast and easy. We have also made sure that your time there will be extra pleasant... and child-friendly! You can relax in our new Cafe and Customer Lounge with Internet. We have also installed a Children's Room with both Playstation and X-Box for their amusement.

Proper car repair and maintenance is essential to getting the most out of your Chrysler, Jeep, Ram or Dodge, and ensuring it drives well for a very long time. Our Jericho Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram repair center has professionally trained technicians with the necessary skills to get your car, truck or SUV into top shape. From oil changes, alignments, and NY inspections; to major repairs on your engine and drive train; our technicians will take care of your Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge or Ram vehicle like it was their own.
                        
Look to Westbury Jeep Chrysler Dodge Ram Repair Service for:

• Oil Changes
• Tune Ups Radiator - Coolant/Antifreeze Change/Flush
• Air Filter Replacement A/C - Air Conditioning
• Wheel/Tire Alignment
• Timing Belt Replacement
• Brake Inspection/Check (Brakes replaced if needed)
• Exhaust & Muffler Repair & Service

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Our car repair location is convenient to New York and Long Island residents.