Vehicle diagnostics and fault finding in Waverley
Warning light on? Strange noise? Or is your vehicle simply not running the way it should?
Modern vehicles have complex electronic systems that can make it difficult to know exactly what’s causing a problem. At Waverley Motors, our vehicle diagnostic equipment and experienced mechanics can help identify faults and get to the bottom of what’s going on.
Find the problem before it becomes a bigger one
Sometimes your vehicle makes it obvious that something is wrong. Other times, the first sign might be a warning light, a change in performance or something that just doesn’t feel quite right.
Having the problem investigated early can help identify what needs attention before it potentially develops into a more significant repair.
Bring your vehicle into our Waverley workshop and our team can assess the symptoms and determine the next step.
What can vehicle diagnostics help identify?
Diagnostic equipment allows our mechanics to access information from compatible electronic systems within your vehicle and helps with the fault-finding process.
IT CAN BE PARTICULARLY USEFUL IF YOU'VE NOTICED:
Engine or dashboard warning lights
Starting problems
Loss of power or poor performance
Rough or uneven running
Unusual fuel consumption
Intermittent faults
A diagnostic scan provides useful information, but it doesn’t always tell the whole story. Our mechanics use the results alongside their experience and further checks to help determine the actual cause of the problem.
More than just plugging in a scanner
A fault code can point us in the right direction, but good vehicle diagnostics involves more than simply connecting a scan tool.
Our team combines diagnostic technology with practical mechanical knowledge to investigate the symptoms, interpret the information and determine what may need further attention.
If repairs are required, we can explain what we’ve found and discuss the next steps with you.
Dashboard warning light come on?
Don’t ignore a new warning light, particularly if it remains on or your vehicle is behaving differently.
Different warning lights can indicate very different issues, so having the vehicle checked is the best way to understand what’s happening.
If a red warning light appears or the vehicle is running abnormally, contact Waverley Motors for advice before continuing to drive.
Vehicle diagnostics FAQs
What does a vehicle diagnostic test do?
Diagnostic equipment communicates with compatible electronic systems in your vehicle and can retrieve fault information that helps our mechanics investigate a problem.
Can you diagnose an engine warning light?
Yes. If your engine or another dashboard warning light has appeared, book your vehicle in and we can investigate what may be causing it.
Does a fault code tell you exactly what needs replacing?
Not necessarily. A fault code identifies information detected by the vehicle’s systems, but further investigation may be required to determine the underlying cause. That’s why diagnostics and mechanical experience go hand in hand.
Can Waverley Motors repair the problem once it has been diagnosed?
Waverley Motors carries out a wide range of vehicle servicing and mechanical repairs. Once we’ve identified the issue, we can discuss the repairs or next steps required.
Something not right with your vehicle?
You don’t need to work out the problem yourself. Tell us what you’ve noticed and let the Waverley Motors team take it from there.
CONTACT US
80 Weraroa Rd, Waverley 4510, New Zealand