Automotive Detective Work in Livonia
July 14, 2020
There's a reason we use the word diagnose when we talk about fixing cars in Livonia. Figuring out what's wrong with your vehicle has a lot of similarities to figuring out what's wrong with someone who is ill. Vehicles are a mass of complex systems that can produce a variety of symptoms when some... More
The Elite Tire And Auto Care Guide to Vehicle Diagnosis
July 28, 2019
Modern Livonia vehicles have several computers on board that control all kinds of things like engine functions, transmission shifts, traction control, anti-lock brakes, stability control, emissions and on some vehicles, even steering, braking and the throttle.Think about that for a minute thing... More
On Board Diagnostics for Your Engine
September 29, 2017
Starting in 1996, Elite Tire And Auto Care 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 tandem with the Engine Control Modules for each vehicle's engine. The Engine Control Module is a co... More
Diagnosing Your Vehicle at Elite Tire And Auto Care in Livonia
August 22, 2016
When we Livonia 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 usually a charge for the time it takes to diagnose the problem. When we go to a medical doctor, most of his fee is for his abi... More
What Is That? Check Engine Light Service at Elite Tire And Auto Care
February 29, 2016
Okay. You went to your local Livonia 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 wrong with the vehicle! You head for the nearest Livonia service center, but on the way, the Check Engine light ... More
What is That? Check Engine Light Service At All Night Auto Repair
November 4, 2015
Okay. You went to your local Livonia car wash and while your SUV was under the dryer, the check engine light started flashing. Panic! What did you just do? Something is seriously wrong with the SUV! You head for the nearest Livonia service station, but on the way, the check engine l... More
Automotive Detective Work In Livonia
February 13, 2015
Theres a reason we use the word diagnose when we talk about fixing cars in Livonia. Figuring out whats wrong with your SUV has a lot of similarities to figuring out whats wrong with someone who is ill. Vehicles are a mass of complex systems that can produce a variety of symptoms when something ... More