CARS = Complete Auto Repair Service, 660 E Main Street Wellington, Utah, Ut (435) 637-5337 Next to Post Office. Is your One stop shop for all you Auto Repair needs. We do = Tires, Alignment, oil change, tune up, brakes, off road, 4x4, lift kits, mufflers, exhaust and much more. North of Moab, Green River, Sunnyside, South of Price, Helper, spanish Fork, Castle gate, carbonville. on Hwy 191/6

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Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Check Engine Light - What it means CARS Complete Auto Repair Service

Check Engine Light -
 What the light means and what to do if it comes on.
What The Light Means
      1) Onboard Diagnostics (OBD)
          A)  This controls and monitors your vehicle performance - such as engine speed,  (RPM)
                 fuel mixture, ignition timing. The computer also tells the automatic transmission when to shift.
          B)  When the computer finds a problem it can't correct, it turns on a light that is labeled

                 "engine, or Service engine"        
        C)  When the light come on the computer has stored a "trouble code" in its memory that
                that identifies the source of the problem. (such as - malfunctioning sensor or a
               misfiring engine.
         
 D)   This is then read with an electronic scan tool or a Diagnostic computer.

What to do
If the 'check engine" light comes on it will either blink or remain constant, depending on the problem.  But it means it is time to get your car/truck checked.

      1)   In late - model cars it usually indicates a misfire that can be burning up your fuel dumping it into your exhaust system.( Have car or truck looked at a.s.a.p.)
                 *This can quickly damage your catalytic converter- requiring expensive repair.
     2) If the light is steady - Just schedule and appointment  - not usually an emergency.

Today's automotive computers often try to compensate when there's a problem; so you may not notice deterioration in performance, even though your fuel mileage is suffering and your vehicle is emitting levels 
of hydrocarbons & pollutants.

Tips if you Check Engine Light Comes On   
     1) Check your dashboard lights / gauges for 
           A)     Low oil pressure
           B)     Overheating
                      These conditions mean you should pull over and shut off the engine a.s.a.p. in a safe
                      place.
                             On most cars - Yellow "check engine" means investigate - giving you time to
                             investigate and schedule an appointment.
          C)     Try tightening your gas cap. ( keep in mind, it may take several trips before the light
                    resets.
          D)     Reduce speed and load.  If  the 'check engine" light is blinking or you notice any serious
                         *Performance problems, such as a loss of power, reduced speed.  Reduce your speed & try to reduce the load ( if your towing a trailer) on the engine.  ( make an appointment  to have code read)

        

The best advice is to read your owner's manual beforehand and learn the purpose of the "check engine" light and every other gauge and warning indicator on your dashboard.
CARS = Complete Auto Repair Service
660 E. Main St. Wellington UT  84542
Hwy 191 /  6   Next to Post Office
www.CarsAutoRepairUtah.blogspot.com 
(435) 637-5337


C.A.R.S. = Complete Auto Repair Service We are here to help you with all your Auto Repair needs. (435) 637-5337 Next to Post Office North Of Moab Utah South of Price, Helper, Sunnyside, SLC, Provo UT
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Sunday, June 15, 2025

Headlights for your CARS in Carbon County UT

CARS = Complete Auto Repair Service    
 
660 E. Main St.  Wellington UT  84542
Hwy 191 / 6   Next to Post Office
(435) 637-5337
C.A.R.S. would like to help you with your Automobile Headlight need's.      

 - If your looking for an even better, brighter, whiter light for driving on those dark rainy nights, We have bulbs available for almost any car.   How about some ambiance for your camping.   We can put in lights to help you see to get to your door after siting by the fire. 

Maybe you need a bar light to help you get into your spot when you get there late.   The bar lights can help when your off road at night and need to see the road better.   

Stop by or give us a call for prices and options!

  (435) 637-5337


North of Moab UT
South of Price, Helper, SLC, Provo, Ogden Utah





Sunday, June 1, 2025

Be Prepared for Emergencies CARS Auto Repair in Utah

Be Prepared for Emergencies 

Hello,  We hope your doing well 

     We would like to address Preparing your vehicle for and emergencies  and keeping emergency supplies in your car or truck is smart planning.  Not just for disasters, but also in case your have to hunker down off the beaten path or in your home. 



If you get a flat tire on the road or mountain pass and you are stuck there overnight,  you'll be really happy that you packed a kit.  Just a small list to get started.
    1) Food- snack bars, at least 3 a day.
        Water or  better yet a water straw.  (1 Gal. pp per day)
          Medicine, pet food
          Photo's, Games, Whistle, Cash, Matches, 
   2) Flash Light, Extra batteries, back up cell phone battery,  Emergency blanket,  Paper Map, Garbage bags, Rain gear, Toilet Paper, and Don't forget the Duct Tape. 
    3)  Fix a flat, Chains, Cat litter, Small shovel, Jumper cables, tow chain, Tarp (for shelter or to lay on),  Flairs...

Consider where your daily drive / route takes you & what you might need. 
Keep supplies fresh by using them once or twice a year at your kids events or washing the car or on a hike.  Have supplies ready to replace them. 

There are more Items I'm sure you can pack for your personal needs but the Idea is just to be Prepared.

There are sights on line with more Ideas. 

Happy and Safe Travels from
660 E. Main St. Wellington UT 84542
(435) 637-5337   
Hwy 191  /  6   Next to Post Office
North of Moab
South of Price, Helper, SLC UT
www.CarsAutoRepairUtah.blogspot.com
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C.A.R.S. = Complete Auto Repair Service We are here to help you with all your Auto Repair needs. (435) 637-5337 Next to Post Office North Of Moab Utah South of Price, Helper, Sunnyside, SLC, Provo UT
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