Does Your Hyundai Need an Engine Diagnostic?

Knowing when your car needs an engine diagnostic isn’t always easy. Your car can exhibit different kinds of signals that indicate different types of maintenance or repair issues. But what types of warnings should you look out for? Below are three groups of signals you can experience while driving your car. Each one is a clear indicator that it’s time to make a service appointment with your local Hyundai dealer.

Most Common Signal Your Car Needs Attention

Do you ever wonder what to do when your check engine light goes on? For some people, that little light can be a moment of stress, and other people simply choose to ignore it.

While the illumination of the check engine light is a common indication that your car needs a diagnostic test, that doesn’t mean something major is wrong. There are many different reasons why the check engine light will begin to glow. The best course of action is to take your car in and have it checked out so the problem doesn’t get worse.

You Notice Changes in Your Car’s Performance

Another way to gauge whether it’s time to have a diagnostic test on your car is when you notice sudden changes in your car’s performance. Here are four signals to look out for.

• Rough-running engine
• Significant decrease in gas mileage
• The car needs to be restarted because the engine turns off
• The engine continues to run after you have shut the car off

Similar to the check engine light turning on, these types of signals could mean something small and easy to fix or be a warning that your engine has a bigger need. Either way, take the time to have your car checked out to avoid more problems before they start.

Unusual Signals to Be Aware of

Here are three types of subtle signals that are easy to overlook. These are not as common as the car signals above, but they are essential to be aware of.

• Loss of power while driving
• Strange smells you have not noticed before
• Unusual sounds

When driving your car, you should not notice a loss of power, experience unfamiliar smells, or hear hissing, popping, or knocking sounds. These are all signs that it’s time to take your car in for a diagnostic test.

A good rule to follow with a new or used car is to have a diagnostic test done once a year before engine problems begin. Remember, if you experience any of the above signals, do not panic. Bring your car to Crain Hyundai of Fort Smith and let them run the tests needed to find and fix the problem.
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