Why Is My Check Engine Light Still There? Posted on October 9, 2018 You’ve got a check engine light warning on your dash. Now what? You must be worried. And that’s okay, because clearly your car is in trouble. But how serious is the problem? Can you trust your car to get you to your next destination? You’re not even sure if you should pull over, keep driving [...]
Check Engine Lights: What to do and How to Fix Errors Posted on September 28, 2018 Like most car warning lights, the check engine light is a yellow, orange, or red engine symbol that appears on your dash when your car’s system malfunctions. Either it flashes or it remains steady. In the event that your check engine light is flashing, that’s an emergency. Safely pull over to the side of the […]
Is That Your Check Engine Light Flashing on the Dashboard? Posted on September 18, 2018 News Flash: Failing to acknowledge a flashing light on your dashboard can get you stranded in the middle of nowhere or stuck on the side of a busy highway. If that’s your check engine light showing, for example, it can be really bad news for you. Related: Car Warning Lights Resource Centre The good news […]
What Are the Most Common Check Engine Light Issues? Posted on September 3, 2018 Fact: When the check engine light comes on it spells bad news. There’s something wrong under the hood. You feel frustrated and paranoid. And often confused about your next course of action. Could be a loose gas cap triggering on the check engine light – easy fix. However, it could also mean that your catalytic […]
How Many Miles Does It Take to Clear a Check Engine Light? Posted on August 31, 2018 Chances are that you’ve had your check engine light issue fixed BUT the light is still on! And it’s getting on your nerves. Maybe it cost you a fortune. So why is the light still on? Here’s something you probably don’t know: after clearing the car’s computer you will need to drive for about 50 to […]
Can You Drive a Car with the Check Engine Light On? Posted on August 28, 2018 You’re driving, when suddenly the dreadful yellow-orange Check Engine Light comes on! What should you do? Click to learn about GOFAR Keep driving or pull over? It can be confusing. Follow these steps: Step 1: Check engine light is flashing. The check engine light is typically a yellow or red engine shaped icon situated in [...]
What Can Cause a Check Engine Light to Come On? Posted on August 26, 2018 Finally, you own your dream car and are on the road enjoying your drive. It’s a beautiful day. No traffic, fantastic weather, even your favourite music is playing on the radio. BLISS. Then, out of the blue, an orange-red glow from the check engine light on your car dashboard catches your eye. Panic. Paranoia. Perfect […]
How do I make my car smarter using GOFAR? Posted on August 24, 2018 Unlike the first generation of smart car gadgets on the market, the GOFAR gadget is an intelligent device that translates engine data and teaches a driver to drive safely to improve efficiency. The product was first inspired by the rocket launch tracking and Formula One displays to come up with a technology that ensures you […]
Can a Dying Battery Cause the Check Engine Light to Come On? Posted on August 23, 2018 A dying, fading car battery means low voltage. As a result, your car’s computer, which is responsible for reporting error codes, is also receiving low voltage. An error code will be generated which will in turn trigger the Check Engine Light or even the Battery Charge Warning Light to display. So what should you do? […]
What Does it Mean When the Check Engine Light Comes On? Posted on August 15, 2018 The check engine light is one of your car’s dashboard symbols – it’s an orange engine-shaped icon set amongst your dashboard lights that illuminate to alert you on your car’s health. > Get a list of all Dashboard Warning Lights > Get an App that clears your error codes for you What is a Check […]