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Why Do They Call it a Dashboard? (Instrumental Panel Warning Lights)
Ever wonder where they came up with the term "dashboard" for that part of your vehicle that sits behind the steering wheel?
That name began back before cars were even invented. People used to t...
Published on: Jan 15, 2021
Reno Drivers Ask: Why is My Check Engine Light On?
The Check Engine Light strikes fear into the hearts of some and is totally ignored by just as many. Just what it means is a mystery to most of us.
First, if your check engine light is flashing,...
Published on: Jul 02, 2020
Check Engine Light
When your check engine light comes on, you may be torn between utter panic and just wanting to ignore it and hope it goes away. That’s perfectly understandable. That same check engin...
Published on: Feb 18, 2020
Simple Answers from Roy Foster's Automotive for Reno: Check Engine Light
Question
My check engine light is on and my boyfriend thinks he can get the code read and know what part to replace to fix my car. I say it’s not that simple. Who’s right?
An...
Published on: Nov 26, 2019
Important Facts Reno Drivers May Not Know About Their Check Engine Light
The Check Engine light might come on in your vehicle. It's an amber colored light that shows on your dashboard. In newer vehicles it might just be a problem with your gas cap not being screwed on tigh...
Published on: Dec 14, 2017
Roy Foster's Automotive Fuel Saving Tip: Check Engine Light
How long have you been enjoying the romantic glow of your check engine light? Hey, it’s not there to create ambiance – it’s a warning that something’s wrong. When y...
Published on: Sep 22, 2016
Roy Foster's Automotive Tech Question On Your Check Engine Light
Question
I’m Alex. My Check Engine Light came on. I’ve tried several things to make it go off, but nothing has worked. What should I do?
Answer
Like Alex, most of us h...
Published on: May 12, 2016
Check Engine Light Diagnosis At Roy Foster's Automotive In Reno
The check engine light might come on in your vehicle. It’s an amber colored light that shows on your dashboard. In newer vehicles it might just be a problem with your gas cap not being scr...
Published on: Sep 27, 2012