If your Check Engine light is on, don't take a chance on getting stranded, or worse yet, risk damage to your engine. Stop by O'Reilly Auto Parts and we'll test your Check Engine light codes for free. We can even print out a list of common fixes for the codes, and help you find a repair shop if needed.
Vehicles 1996 or newer can be scanned by plugging our O'Reilly VeriScan code reader into your OBD-II system – just ask for a free Check Engine light diagnostic.
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If you have leftover or used oil, other fluids, or a dead battery sitting around, visit an O'Reilly location near you* to take advantage of our free fluid recycling and battery recycling.
Pep Boys offers a free Check Engine Light Code Retrieval Service to provide the answers you need to help you find a solution. Pep Boys will ensure you are getting the best handling out of your vehicle with a free alignment check.
Along with free starter and alternator testing, O'Reilly Auto Parts also provides several other free store services, including free Check Engine light testing, wiper blade installation, headlight bulb installation, battery testing, and fluid and battery recycling.
AutoZone offers a complimentary Fix Finder service that efficiently diagnoses warning lights, including Check Engine, ABS, and maintenance indicators. Simply visit your nearest AutoZone store when a warning light appears on your vehicle's dashboard.
If you're not comfortable diagnosing your own vehicle or buying a code reader, our stores also offer free Check Engine light testing. Our parts professionals can read the codes stored in your vehicle's computer and provide you with a printout that may help you start your repair.
We offer a variety of free services at our stores. Stop by your local store for free engine code scanning on most OBD II vehicles! We cannot guarantee the problem can be resolved during the visit, but we are happy to refer you to one of our local professional technicians if a more comprehensive diagnosis is needed.
OBD Fusion® is an app for iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and Android that allows you to read diagnostic data from your vehicle. You can create virtual dashboards showing multiple vehicle sensors, estimate fuel economy, read diagnostic trouble codes, and turn off your check engine light.
The free test takes less than a minute, and you'll get an easy to understand report printed and emailed.
AutoZone's Fix Finder Service has scan tools available that you can borrow, making this step easy and free. Check engine light on? We can help you get a reading yourself. Borrow an OBD reader to get a Check Engine Light reading with the AutoZone Free Fix Finder Service.
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Using a diagnostic tool, Jiffy Lube® scans for trouble codes and provides you with a written description of any codes found to help ensure optimal performance, reliability and longevity of your engine.
Most mechanics will be perfectly able to read error codes without a check engine light. If the check engine light in your vehicle is on, it's critical that you have the codes read by a mechanic as soon as possible.
Plug the scan tool connector into the connector under your dash, turn the ignition to the on position, and follow the instructions on the screen. Does car have to be running to use OBD2 scanner? No, in most instances, you can read trouble codes with the ignition in the ON position.
EOBD is an abbreviation of European On-Board Diagnostics. All petrol cars sold within Europe since 1 Jan 2001, and diesel cars manufactured from 2003, must have on-board diagnostic systems to monitor engine emissions.
Many believe that only authorized garages can help you unlock the “hidden” features from your car. Nevertheless, it is also possible for you to code your own car! Coding your car allows you to enable or disable certain functions. All you need is the right equipment to do it yourself from home.
Many auto parts stores offer code readings as a free service. Advance Auto Parts, AutoZone, and O'Reilly are among the stores that will. (So do many other chains and independent stores. Check with your local store to find out whether they offer this service, and whether it's free.)
If you have a tank of bad gas in the car, your check engine light may come on. For example, if your vehicle is designed to run on premium gas (octane grade 91 to 94), the engine may struggle to run on regular gas (octane level 87). You can safely solve this problem by having a professional drain your gas tank.
If your Check Engine light is on, don't take a chance on getting stranded, or worse yet, risk damage to your engine. Stop by O'Reilly Auto Parts and we'll test your Check Engine light codes for free. We can even print out a list of common fixes for the codes, and help you find a repair shop if needed.
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