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Hoppers Crossing · Engine diagnostics

Engine diagnostics and check engine light

A fault code tells you which circuit is unhappy, not which part is broken. The difference is what you pay for.

What it covers

A scan tool reads the codes your car has stored. That is the start of a diagnosis, not the end of one — the same code can be caused by a sensor, a hose, wiring or a mechanical fault. We test to find which, so you are not paying for parts that were never the problem.

Signs you need it

  • The check engine light is on, or flashing
  • The car is in limp mode or down on power
  • Rough idle, hesitation, misfire or hard starting
  • Fuel economy has dropped noticeably
  • ABS, traction control or airbag warning lights are lit

What we do

  • Full scan of engine, transmission, ABS and airbag systems
  • Live data recorded while the fault is happening
  • Physical testing to confirm the cause before anything is replaced
  • A plain-English explanation of what is wrong and what it will take
  • Quote provided before repairs begin

Booking it in

We have usually got something available this week. Ring (03) 9748 9500 with your rego and what the car is doing, or send the booking form. You get the price in writing before anything starts, and if we find something extra we stop and call.

We are at Factory 1/184/190 Old Geelong Rd, Hoppers Crossing, and look after drivers across Truganina, Werribee, Point Cook, Tarneit, Wyndham Vale.

Common questions

A parts shop scanned it for free — why pay?

A free scan reads the code. It does not test whether the sensor named in that code is faulty or just reporting a genuine problem elsewhere. Replacing on a code alone is how people end up buying two or three parts to fix one fault.

Is a flashing engine light urgent?

Yes. A flashing light usually indicates a misfire severe enough to damage the catalytic converter. Stop driving and ring us.

Need it looked at this week?

Tell us the car and the symptom — you'll get a straight answer and a fixed price, from someone who'll still be here next year.

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