Check Engine Light Lit Up? We Have You Covered! | Flemington, NJ

Sep 19, 2023

We’ve all been there, we’re headed down the road when all of a sudden that little check engine light appears on our dashboard. Yes, it’s scary because who knows what is really happening under the hood of your BMW but we want to give you a few reasons why that light might appear. Once you’ve worked through our list, be sure to schedule your next service appointment online today! This way, we can avoid that check engine light appearing and our service technicians will make sure everything is running properly under the hood. And don’t forget to check out our service offers to help keep the cash right where you like it – in your wallet. Come see us right here at Flemington BMW this month and let’s treat your vehicle to some service!

Tighten your gas cap

This is by far the easiest to take care of and can oftentimes solve why your check engine light has lit up on your dash. Keep in mind that your light may not shut off right away and may take several trips before the light resets itself. If your vehicle has a separate indicator that warns of loose gas caps, you won’t have to worry about this one.

Built-in diagnostic services to the rescue

It’s 2023, which means your vehicle might be more on the modern side that is equipped with integrated remote diagnostic capabilities. These have the ability to report on trouble codes and even schedule service appointments with ease.

Look for serious issues that require immediate attention

Pay attention to your dashboard gauges and lights for further indication of what might be happening to your vehicle such as low oil pressure or overheating. If you notice these, it’s important that you pull over, shut your vehicle off as soon as there is a safe place to do so. On some vehicles, a yellow check engine light indicates you want to investigate. Red lights mean stop right now and seek help.

Reduce speed and load

In some instances, the load you are towing could be causing serious performance issues. If your check engine light is blinking or you notice a decline in power, such as loss of power, reduce your speed and try to reduce the demands you are putting on your engine. If you are towing, stop immediately and have your vehicle looked at to prevent any extensive and expensive damage.