We’ve all been there.  You’re driving your vehicle when suddenly your check engine light comes on.  If you’re like the majority of motorists, you aren’t really sure what the light is telling you. This could be the most misunderstood light on your dashboard because it can mean many different things. Consider this...

If I covered the light up with a piece of tape (medication) so that I couldn't see it, would this fix the problem?

If I opened up the dashboard and cut the wire (surgery) to the check engine light so that the light went out, would this fix the problem?

What would happen if I ignored the check engine light long enough?

If your check engine light comes on you don’t have to immediately pull over and call for road service, (Emergency room) but there are several tips that you should follow.

First, you should check for serious problems that would require immediate attention.  Look at your gauges to see if there is overheating or low oil pressure.  (Make sure you are getting the water and nutrients your body requires)

It might help to reduce your speed.  If your light is blinking or your car is performing poorly reducing your speed will help.  Have your car checked as soon as possible. (Take a break, time off from work, reduce your stress levels, and get checked by your chiropractor as soon as possible.)

If your check engine light comes on, remember not to panic.  Just follow these simple tips to deal with the problem. 

Know that it might take a few trips before your check engine light resets. (Symptoms may not go away immediately, healing takes time.)

Symptoms that you experience are like that Check Engine light. What does my symptom  mean? What is it telling me?

Headaches, pain, indigestion, acne, asthma, are there because your body has set off your check engine light.What is the underlying cause?

How long can you go on ignoring that light before your body breaks down? Get your engine checked today! And get your family checked too! You don’t want to end up stranded on the side of the road.