Diagnostics

  • The Lighthouse Automotive Guide to Vehicle Diagnosis
    Modern Colorado Springs vehicles have several computers on board that control all kinds of things like engine functions, transmission shifts, traction control, anti-lock brakes, stability co...
    Published on: Aug 22, 2013
  • Automotive Detective Work in Colorado Springs
    There's a reason we use the word “diagnose” when we talk about fixing cars in Colorado Springs. Figuring out what's wrong with your vehicle has a lot of similarities to figuring out what'...
    Published on: Feb 12, 2014
  • What Is That? Check Engine Light Service at Lighthouse Automotive
    Okay. You went to your local Colorado Springs car wash, and while your vehicle was under the dryer, the Check Engine light started flashing. Panic! What did you just do? Something is seriously ...
    Published on: May 01, 2016
  • Diagnosing Your Vehicle at Lighthouse Automotive in Colorado Springs
    When we Colorado Springs residents get a car repair bill, we really shouldn't be surprised to find “diagnostic fees” as one of the line items. When we get a computer fixed, there is usuall...
    Published on: May 16, 2016
  • On Board Diagnostics for Your Engine
    Starting in 1996, Lighthouse Automotive service technicians have been able to use a standardized diagnostic system to help determine what is wrong with a vehicle. This diagnostic system works in tande...
    Published on: Jul 23, 2017