Reliable, Certified Volvo Service in Tallahassee

When your check engine light turns on, it’s best to trust your diagnostics and repairs to the service center that knows Volvo Cars. Our technicians have the tools and training to diagnose, repair, and maintain Volvos from all model years.

Time and again, the service department at Capital Volvo Cars provides peace of mind, taking care of problems when your check engine light turns on and providing regular maintenance to limit problems. If you need repairs or maintenance, please schedule an appointment or drop into Capital Volvo Cars in Tallahassee, FL.

What Triggers the Check Engine Light

Your Volvo computer system uses sensors to send messages through the car. When the Volvo check engine light is on, a sensor recognized that something is wrong in the vehicle. Our service technicians can conduct a check engine light diagnostic to determine the problem. The check engine light will also turn on if there is a problem with the main computer or any of the sensors throughout the vehicle have a problem.

The check engine light can illuminate for a variety of problems, including a problematic catalytic converter, faulty spark plugs, or even a loose gas cap. Occasionally, a bad oxygen sensor or an ignition coil problem could turn on the light. These problems often happen deep inside the vehicle, so the only way that you know something is wrong is through the dashboard lights.

If your gas cap is loose, it could cause the warning light to illuminate. Having a loose gas cap can reduce fuel efficiency. The best way to avoid this cause is to tighten your gas cap after every fill-up.

If your vehicle has an issue with the catalytic converter, your car’s exhaust could emit harmful fumes. The check engine light helps you recognize that your vehicle is polluting and you might consider getting an emissions test. Waiting to take care of problems can create more problems and increase repair expenses.

Diagnosing Problems with Ease

Dealing with a check engine light can be anxiety-inducing, as drivers worry about the cost and time of repairs. Once the light is triggered, the computer receives and stores a trouble code. Once you bring your vehicle to Capital Volvo Cars, a service tech uses one of our code readers to perform a diagnostic test and see the OBD-II code.

Rather than worrying about the light, drivers can trust that the light helps provide the necessary information. The service technician checks the diagnostic systems rather than tearing apart the car to find the problem. Those onboard diagnostics are money-saving and let you learn what needs to happen to make your car safe to drive.

When to Get Services

If your Volvo check engine light is on, it is best to bring your vehicle in for a diagnostic test. If your check engine light is flashing, it is wise to have your Volvo towed to the service center. Usually, when the light is flashing, the fuel system is misfiring and can damage the vehicle if not properly repaired.

The check engine light exists to tell drivers if something is wrong. While the check engine light usually means that something in the vehicle needs to be repaired, postponing repairs could be costly. With regular maintenance and addressing warning lights, your Volvo can last for a long time, especially when you trust your service to Capital Volvo Cars.

Tallahassee Drivers Choose Capital Volvo Cars

When your check engine light turns on, Capital Volvo Cars can help you diagnose the problem. Our high-tech diagnostic tools and certified technicians will diagnose your car’s OBD-II trouble codes. Then, our technicians can use our high-tech tools to fix the problems and get your Volvo back on the road.

Whether you need a tightened gas cap or a new set of spark plugs, our certified service technicians can perform the necessary repairs quickly and affordably. Check out our service specials. When you need a check engine diagnosis, emissions tests, or other recommended repairs, contact our service department at Capital Volvo Cars in Tallahassee. You can schedule your appointment through our online servicing link, or feel free to bring your car in when the check engine light illuminates.