{"id":6765,"date":"2015-10-12T06:00:35","date_gmt":"2015-10-12T05:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.wheelsforwomen.ie\/?p=6765"},"modified":"2015-10-12T08:50:00","modified_gmt":"2015-10-12T07:50:00","slug":"car-diagnostics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wheelsforwomen.ie\/index.php\/car-diagnostics\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Car Diagnostics?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"diagnostics\"<\/a>So what exactly does the term “Car\u00a0Diagnostics” mean? Suzanne Keane explains all<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

One of the most common complaints you hear about garages these days is how much they charge for \u201cswitching off\u201d a dash light or for \u201cplugging the car into the computer\u201d. \u00a0But what is it they actually do?<\/p>\n

Since the early 90s most cars have come equipped with an E.C.U. (Engine Control Unit). Over time these have grown \u2013 and become more complicated!<\/p>\n

Car diagnostic software is built into all modern cars and helps to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Basically what it does is read the E.C.U. constantly and reports back with any issues \u2013 which are how airbag lights and engine check lights can appear. The software also keeps a record of everything going on in the car.<\/p>\n

In simple terms, by plugging a device into the port on your car you can see faults which have appeared and may be causing problems. This tells the mechanic what needs to be done to get everything back in working order.<\/p>\n

But it\u2019s not always as easy as checking the code in a book! \u00a0The real problem can hide behind a combination of different fault codes and that\u2019s where training and experience makes a difference. Also, diagnostic machines are expensive to buy and unfortunately that means the cost will be passed on to the customer.<\/p>\n

However, there is a way of avoiding diagnostic charges\u2026.. \u00a0buy a vintage car!<\/p>\n

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Suzanne Keane<\/strong><\/p>\n

12th October, 2015<\/strong><\/p>\n

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So what exactly does the term “Car\u00a0Diagnostics” mean? Suzanne Keane explains all One of the most common complaints you hear about garages these days is how much they charge for \u201cswitching off\u201d a dash light or for \u201cplugging the car into the computer\u201d. \u00a0But what is it they actually do? Since the early 90s most […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":13142,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[117,325,527],"tags":[1464,503,1466,282,1465,5843,638],"yoast_head":"\nWhat Are Car Diagnostics? - wheelsforwomen.ie<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"So what exactly does the term "Car Diagnostics" mean? 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